Washington Nationals News & Updates
The Washington Nationals were 42-42, 4th in the NL East. Yesterday, the Washington Nationals escaped with a win against the Baltimore Orioles 4-3 at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.
The numbers aren't lying. Only 2 of the last 7 in the win column. Pair that with run differential of -10 this stretch. They're losing and losing badly.
Nationals Game on June 28
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Oriole Park at Camden Yards |
| First Pitch: | 01:35 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Zack Littell (6-6, 5.40 ERA) vs Kyle Bradish (5-7, 3.64 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | MASN, Nationals.TV |
| Forecast: | 🌤️ Mostly sunny, 70°F, Wind 3 mph |
Nationals Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Washington Nationals escaped with a win against the Baltimore Orioles 4-3 at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10+ | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 13 | 1 |
 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 2 |
Highlights
- Jorbit Vivas went 3-5 with 1 RBI.
- Luis García Jr. went 4-5 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Nationals Record & Standings
NL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Braves
|
|
49 | 32 | .605 | L1 | |
|
Phillies
|
|
46 | 37 | .554 | 4.0 | L1 |
|
Marlins
|
|
44 | 39 | .530 | 6.0 | W4 |
|
Nationals
|
|
42 | 42 | .500 | 8.5 | W1 |
|
Mets
|
|
35 | 48 | .422 | 15.0 | W1 |
Washington Nationals are 2-5 in their last 7 games, with a -10 run differential.
Nationals Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | .279 | .876 | 57 | |
| 20 | .257 | .886 | 49 | |
| 14 | .273 | .816 | 50 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8-2 | 2.93 | 1.04 | 98.1 | |
| 3-1 | 3.20 | 1.30 | 25.1 | |
| 1-1 | 3.44 | 1.47 | 36.2 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, 2 HR, 2 RBI, .556 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 9 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start |
Nationals News
The Washington Nationals finally snapped their recent slide with a gritty 4-3 win over the Baltimore Orioles, showcasing Foster Griffin's brilliance on the mound and Justin Lawrence's clutch performance in a tense extra innings match. This victory marks a crucial moment for a team that had struggled to find its footing, boasting a disheartening 2-5 record over the past week and a -10 run differential that paints a bleak picture. The addition of a wild veteran reliever from the Twins could provide much-needed support for a bullpen that's faltered under pressure. With only a game separating the Nationals from the .500 mark, fans can only hope this win ignites a turnaround as they face the Orioles again, seeking to build momentum before the season slips further from their grasp.
Nationals Upcoming Schedule
The Washington Nationals visit the Boston Red Sox for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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