The four game sweep against the Braves was a gut punch, but the Nats have a chance to make a splash in the playoff race this weekend. Of course they are not competing for the playoffs, but they could throw a wrench in the Mets playoff hopes. Playing a spoiler role would be very fun.
As they did in the last game of the Braves series, James Wood will lead off and CJ Abrams will hit second. Paul DeJong will actually get the start at third base over Brady House tonight. Jacob Young will patrol center
field and Jorge Alfaro will be behind the plate. Andrew Alvarez will start and following Mitchell Parker’s demotion to the bullpen, he is officially the 5th starter.
The Mets are rolling out a formidable lineup. Of course, Francisco Lindor, Juan Soto and Pete Alonso are the stars of the show at the top. However, guys like Brett Baty, Brandon Nimmo and Starling Marte provide quality depth. Like the Nats, the Mets are starting a rookie. They will hand the ball to Brandon Sproat.
Game Info:
Stadium: Citi Field
Time: 7:10 PM EST
TV: MASN 2
Radio: 106.7 The Fan and DC 87.7
After a rough series earlier this week, the Nats will look to bounce back. They only need one more win to avoid a 100 loss season. Getting that out of the way will be very important. Hopefully they can be a spoiler and break the hearts of Mets fans this weekend. Follow along down below and let’s go Nats!
