Washington Nationals vs Atlanta Braves Game Thread

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WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 20: CJ Abrams #5 of the Washington Nationals catches sunflower seeds in his mouth as he celebrates with teammates in the dugout after hitting a three-run home run against the New York Mets during the first inning at Nationals Park on May 20, 2026 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) | Getty Images

The Nats offense just could not get going yesterday, which was a rare occurrence. That led to a 2-1 loss against the Mets, with the Nats settling for a split of the four game series. Now the boys head to Atlanta to face a Braves team that has been baseball’s best this season.

The Nats are making some adjustments with a righty on the mound. Luis Garcia Jr. will return to first base. One adjustment they won’t make is at third base. Despite a righty being on the mound, Curtis Mead will get the start at third base. Drew Millas will get the nod behind the plate in this one. James Wood will DH and Daylen Lile will return to right field. Richard Lovelady will open for Miles Mikolas.

wanna lineup

https://t.co/iUBDqlACVspic.twitter.com/qNIgWAfb0I

— Washington Nationals (@Nationals) May 22, 2026

Other than the Nats, the Braves have scored the most runs in baseball. While Drake Baldwin is out, Matt Olson, Ozzie Albies and Michael Harris are big threats in the middle of the lineup. Dominic Smith will start at DH, and he has been great for the Braves this season. Former Nat Sandy Leon will start behind the plate with the Braves top 2 catchers both being hurt. The resurgent Bryce Elder will be on the hill.

Bryce on the bump!#BravesCountrypic.twitter.com/GDQ8UVjEW3

— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) May 22, 2026

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Game Info:

Stadium: Truist Park

Time: 7:15 PM EST

TV: Nationals.TV

Radio: 106.7 The Fan

Some bad weather will be looming this weekend in Atlanta, but hopefully it can hold up long enough for these teams to play. The Braves and Nats are two of the most explosive offenses in the league, so this should be a fun matchup. Follow along in the comments down below and let’s go Nats.

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