The Washington Nationals (54-67) are set to host the Boston Red Sox (63-57) in an exciting MLB matchup at Nationals Park. The Nationals represent the National League East. They are currently ranked 14th in the league standings and 5th in their division. The Red Sox, from the American League East, hold the 7th position in the league and are 4th in their division. Both teams have been performing well recently. Each has been victorious in six of their last 10 games.
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Get ready for an Electric Showdown at Nationals Park!
Pitching will play a crucial role in this game. The Nationals will start left-hander Patrick Corbin (7-11, 4.85 ERA). The Red Sox will counter with southpaw Chris Sale (5-2, 4.52 ERA). Corbin aims to lead his team to victory with his strong left arm. Sale brings his dominance to the mound in an effort to shut down the Nationals’ offense.
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The game is scheduled to take place on August 17th at 4:05 PM (Eastern Time) at Nationals Park in Washington. Baseball fans can catch the action live on MASN.
A Dynamic Duel on the Diamond
– Lane Thomas of the Washington Nationals has an impressive batting average of .284. This makes him a player to watch for consistent hits.
– The Nationals’ Joey Meneses has been making waves as the team’s designated hitter, boasting a batting average of .281.
– The Red Sox’s Masataka Yoshida has been a key player in the outfield, with an impressive batting average of .298.
– Keep an eye on the Red Sox’s Rafael Devers, who leads his team in home runs with 26 and RBI with 79.
– Justin Turner, also from the Red Sox, has been a force to be reckoned with as DH, with a batting average of .285 and 73 RBI.
Injuries
Washington Nationals: Thaddeus Ward (RP, Shoulder, D15), Joan Adon (SP, Leg, Day-to-Day), Cade Cavalli (SP, Elbow, D60), Victor Robles (CF, Back, D60), Carl Edwards Jr. (RP, Shoulder, D15), Mason Thompson (RP, Knee, D15), Víctor Arano (RP, Shoulder, D60), MacKenzie Gore (SP, Nail, Day-to-Day), Tanner Rainey (RP, Elbow, D60), Stephen Strasburg (SP, Ribs/Shoulder, D60), Rico Garcia (RP, Biceps, D15)
Boston Red Sox: Kaleb Ort (RP, Elbow, D60), Zack Kelly (RP, Elbow, D60), Corey Kluber (SP, Shoulder, D15), Tanner Houck (SP, Face, D15), Wyatt Mills (RP, Elbow, D60), Joely Rodríguez (RP, Hip, D15), Adalberto Mondesi (SS, Knee, D60)
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