The Washington Nationals are set to kick off a series against the New York Mets at Citi Field, following a 2-4 homestand. With a record of 15-17 on the road this season, the Nationals will aim to improve their 3-7 away game record against National League East opponents.
Tonight’s game should be promising for the Nationals as they send out MacKenzie Gore, who has been outstanding this season. With a 2.87 ERA and a remarkable 12.9 strikeouts per nine innings, Gore has only allowed three runs in his last four starts, showcasing back-to-back shutouts against teams like the Mariners and Cubs. His performance positions him as a key player in the Nationals’ efforts to return to winning form.
On the opposing side, the Mets will counter with Griffin Canning, who has had an impressive start to his tenure in New York. With a record of 6-2 and a 2.90 ERA, Canning’s most recent outing featured six shutout innings against the Dodgers, highlighting the competitive nature of this matchup.
To bolster their lineup, the Nationals made a roster move earlier today, recalling Andrés Chaparro from Triple-A. Chaparro will replace Nasim Nuñez, who was optioned to Rochester following the last game. Additionally, the team has claimed right-hander Ryan Loutos off waivers from the Dodgers, further solidifying their roster.
The game at Citi Field is scheduled to start at 7:10 p.m. EDT and will be broadcasted on MASN and MLB.tv. Fans can also catch the action on the radio via 106.7 The Fan and DC 87.7 (Spanish). The weather should be pleasant for the game, with partly cloudy skies and temperatures around 75 degrees.
Both teams will be looking to secure a victory as the Nationals hope to build momentum against a strong Mets lineup.