Contemporary off a thundering 7-0 win over the Baltimore Orioles within the sequence opener, the Nationals need to hold the momentum going. Particularly on James Wooden Bobblehead Day on the park.
Supervisor Dave Martinez is sticking with the identical lineup that received the job executed yesterday. “If it ain’t broke, don’t repair it” although Josh Bell would possibly nonetheless be a piece in progress.
Trevor Williams takes the mound tonight, hoping for somewhat extra luck than his final outing. Regardless of giving up only one run on three hits over 5 innings in opposition to the Pirates, he was tagged with the loss. He’ll look to show that round and assist the Nats hold rolling.
The Orioles are shaking issues up a bit in tonight’s lineup. Jordan Westburg slides into the DH spot, changing Gary Sánchez. Opening the door for Ramón Urías, Baltimore’s solely hitter batting above .300, to take over at third and bat ninth. Ryan Mountcastle will get the evening off at first base, with Ryan O’Hearn stepping in. In the meantime, Gunnar Henderson and Adley Rutschman flip spots within the order because the O’s look to spark the offense.
Taking the mound is Tomoyuki Sugano, who’s coming off his strongest outing of the season. He held the Guardians to simply two runs on 5 hits throughout seven spectacular innings and can attempt to carry that momentum into tonight’s recreation.
Sport Data:
Stadium: Nationals Park
Time: 6:45 EST
TV: MASN
Radio: 106.7 The Fan and DC 87.7
Each beginning pitchers enter tonight’s recreation feeling assured after sturdy outings, however one thing’s gotta give. Let’s simply hope it’s these Baltimore crab truffles that crack. A win tonight would give the Nats the sequence. Go Nats!
