Washington Nationals News & Updates
The Washington Nationals were 45-43, 4th in the NL East. The Washington Nationals did not play yesterday.
Steady as she goes. Run differential of +8 this week. They're not just winning, they're winning comfortably. On top of that, a 4-3 week speaks for itself.
Nationals Game on July 03
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Nationals Park |
| First Pitch: | 06:45 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Foster Griffin (8-2, 2.93 ERA) vs Mitch Keller (6-5, 4.87 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SportsNet Pittsburgh, Nationals.TV |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 89°F, Wind 3 mph |
Nationals Score & Recap
The Washington Nationals did not play yesterday.
Nationals Record & Standings
NL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Braves
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50 | 35 | .588 | L1 | |
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Phillies
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49 | 39 | .557 | 2.5 | L1 |
|
Marlins
|
|
46 | 42 | .523 | 5.5 | L2 |
|
Nationals
|
|
45 | 43 | .511 | 6.5 | W2 |
|
Mets
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|
36 | 51 | .414 | 15.0 | L1 |
Washington Nationals are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +8 run differential.
Nationals Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | .265 | .911 | 55 | |
| 18 | .273 | .866 | 60 | |
| 16 | .280 | .847 | 59 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8-2 | 2.93 | 1.04 | 98.1 | |
| 2-1 | 3.05 | 1.38 | 41.1 | |
| 3-1 | 3.20 | 1.30 | 25.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6 hits, 2 HR, 6 RBI, .462 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 3 RBI, .444 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 13 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 7.0 IP, 9 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start |
Nationals News
The Washington Nationals are riding high after a decisive 10-2 victory over the Red Sox, but their recent skirmish at Fenway has cast a shadow over the celebration. Cade Cavalli's seven-game suspension draws attention away from the team's improving record, now at 45-43, and their solid run differential of +8 over the last week. Meanwhile, the Nats pulled off a minor trade with the Orioles, marking a historic first between the two clubs with the acquisition of Kyle Nicolas. As they navigate these turbulent waters, the Nationals are looking to build momentum, especially with hot bats like CJ Abrams and James Wood leading the charge. Still, the fallout from the bench-clearing brawl is a stark reminder that while the on-field performance shines, the undercurrents in the clubhouse can complicate the road ahead.
Nationals Upcoming Schedule
The Washington Nationals host the Houston Astros for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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