Mets' lighter workload begins against Nationals

The schedule looks as if it's beginning to lighten up for the New York Mets, who spent most of August battling other contenders.

Still, with a division title far from wrapped up, the Mets know this is no time to take anyone lightly.

The Mets will look to continue their winning ways on Friday when they begin a three-game series against the visiting Washington Nationals.

Left-hander David Peterson (7-3, 3.21 ERA) is slat