Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina is back from a right thumb injury, and Tigers pitcher Max Scherzer is putting together a fitting encore to his Cy Young Award season from a year ago. The 21-year-old Harper also struggled when he returned, and Washington manager Matt Williams left open the possibility of a minor league stint when he was asked about the 2012 NL Rookie of the Year during a radio interview. After Williams' spirited response to the minor league question during a pregame press session, Harper showed why he is such a key player for the NL East leaders. Washington is in prime playoff position, but Harper could be the difference in a long playoff run or a quick postseason exit. In addition to his leadership and defense behind the plate, Molina is a .284 career hitter who usually slots into the heart of St.