Washington Nationals vs Baltimore Orioles Game Thread

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WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA - MAY 15, 2026: Natty the new mascot for the Washington Nationals plays with chew toys on the field during batting practice prior to an interleague game against the Baltimore Orioles at Nationals Park on May 15, 2026 in Washington, District of Columbia. The Nationals beat the Orioles, 3-2. (Photo by Diamond Images via Getty Images) | Diamond Images/Getty Images

Last night was tense at the end, but the Nats pulled out the win thanks to Daylen Lile and solid pitching. Now they will have a chance to get back to .500. The last 15 times they were in this position, they have come up short. Hopefully, the 16th time can be the charm.

The Nats are rolling out a lefty heavy lineup against Chris Bassitt. Jose Tena will get the start at third base and hit third. Nasim Nunez will be back in the lineup at second base. Jorbit Vivas stays in the lineup as the DH. Keibert Ruiz will get the nod behind the plate in this one. Cade Cavalli will be the man on the mound as the Nats attempt to reach that .500 milestone.

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— Washington Nationals (@Nationals) May 16, 2026

The O’s are only making one change to their lineup. Leody Taveras will be in center field over Colton Cowser. Other than that we are seeing the same O’s squad as last night. Gunnar Henderson had a couple hits last night, so hopefully that is not the start of an explosion for the O’s struggling star. Veteran right hander Chris Bassitt will be on the mound this afternoon.

Saturday's starters. pic.twitter.com/SnhWJh7h1I

— Baltimore Orioles (@Orioles) May 16, 2026

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Game Info:

Stadium: Nationals Park

Time: 4:05 PM EST

TV: Nationals.TV and FS1

Radio: 106.7 The Fan

This is a big game for the Nats. Not only is it a chance to get to that .500 mark, it is also a chance to get a series win over the O’s. The crowd was great last night and it should be packed again today. Hopefully the boys put together another good performance. Follow along down below in the comments and let’s go Nats.

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