The Washington Nationals are in a world of hurt right now. They have lost 8 in a row and the vibes are low. This season has been a year from hell for Nats fans. Between the injuries, the underperformances and the coaching malpractice, it has not been easy to watch. However, we have a month to go.
The top of the lineup is filled with familiar faces we have been seeing for most of the season. However, there are some new faces towards the bottom. Despite facing a right handed pitcher, Andres Chaparro
will get the start at first base. Dylan Crews will actually get the day off, with Daylen Lile in right field and Josh Bell at DH. CJ Stubbs will make his MLB debut behind the plate. He will be catching a fellow debutant in Andrew Alvarez.
The Marlins will be doing a bullpen game today. Righty Lake Bachar will get the start, but he won’t last long. Agustin Ramirez, who splits time between DH and catcher will be behind the plate. Jakob Marsee has been a revelation since joining the Marlins and he will start in right field. Former Nat Derek Hill will start in center field. The Marlins are missing their breakout star Kyle Stowers.
Game Info:
Stadium: Nationals Park
Time: 1:05 PM EST
TV: MASN
Radio: 106.7 The Fan and DC 87.7
Hopefully the Nats can stop the skid on this holiday afternoon. It has been a long season that has tested the fans. The goal should be to avoid an embarrassing 100 loss season. Follow along in the comments and let’s go Nats!
