Washington Nationals News & Updates
The Washington Nationals were 6-8, 5th in the NL East. Yesterday, the Washington Nationals bested the Milwaukee Brewers 3-1 at American Family Field.
The numbers are pulling in both directions. Coming off a win by 2. That energy is baked into the score. Working against that, the mound has been a liability at 5.9 RA/G.
Nationals Game on April 12
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | American Family Field |
| First Pitch: | 02:10 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Zack Littell (0-1, 3.60 ERA) vs Brandon Woodruff (1-0, 5.91 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Nationals.TV, Brewers.TV |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 53°F, Wind 9 mph |
Nationals Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Washington Nationals bested the Milwaukee Brewers 3-1 at American Family Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 8 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Highlights
- James Wood went 1-3 with 2 RBI.
Nationals Record & Standings
NL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Braves
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9 | 6 | .600 | L1 | |
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Marlins
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8 | 7 | .533 | 1.0 | L2 |
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Phillies
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7 | 7 | .500 | 1.5 | W1 |
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Mets
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7 | 8 | .467 | 2.0 | L4 |
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Nationals
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6 | 8 | .429 | 2.5 | W2 |
Washington Nationals are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a -4 run differential.
Nationals Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | .306 | .975 | 15 | |
| 4 | .271 | .953 | 13 | |
| 2 | .375 | 1.099 | 4 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 1 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 7 hits, 3 RBI, .583 AVG in last 3 games |
Nationals News
The Washington Nationals are riding a wave of mixed emotions, celebrating a hard-fought 7-3 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers while mourning the loss of beloved former first base coach Davey Lopes. In a dramatic ninth inning rally, the Nats put up four runs, showcasing an unexpected strategy with three consecutive bunts that left Brewers fans fuming. However, despite this encouraging win, the Nats' recent form is concerning, having gone 2-5 over the last week with an alarming run differential of -13. On a brighter note, the spotlight is on young outfielder Daylen Lile, as contract extension talks remain unaddressed, hinting at both the franchise's potential and its current indecision. Foster Griffin's impressive pitching, including a no-hitter into the sixth, provides a glimmer of hope amid the challenges. As the team navigates this turbulent period, the focus shifts to maintaining momentum in their next game against the Brewers.
Nationals Upcoming Schedule
The Washington Nationals visit the Pittsburgh Pirates for a 4-game series starting Monday.
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