Washington Nationals vs Philadelphia Phillies Game Thread

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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MARCH 30: CJ Abrams #5 of the Washington Nationals reacts in front of Bryce Harper #3 of the Philadelphia Phillies after hitting an RBI single in the top of the first inning at Citizens Bank Park on March 30, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) | Getty Images

After the Nats dominated in game one, the Phillies pulled out a close one in game two. Now it is time for a rubber match in Philly. Both teams will have their aces on the mound, so this should be a good one. The Nats are looking for their second straight series win to open the season.

With a lefty on the mound, the Nats have altered their lineup a bit. One thing that has not changed is James Wood’s placement as the leadoff hitter. Curtis Mead will make his first start as a Nat, hitting second and playing first base. Jacob Young will be back in the lineup, which slides Joey Wiemer over to center field. Brady House and Drew Millas are also back in the lineup. Daylen Lile will be the DH today. Cade Cavalli will be making his second start of the season and hopefully the righty can go deeper in the game this time.

series-ous stuff

→ https://t.co/iUBDqlACVspic.twitter.com/Eb3g4SoKNT

— Washington Nationals (@Nationals) April 1, 2026

The Phillies are rolling with the same lineup they had in yesterday’s win. We know most of these guys well at this point. The former Nats are at the top of the order, while home grown guys like Alec Bohm and Bryson Stott follow. Cristopher Sanchez established himself as a true ace last season and pitched well on Opening Day. He will look to continue his dominant run against the Nats.

For the series#RingTheBellpic.twitter.com/EvTuhkv8Nb

— Philadelphia Phillies (@Phillies) April 1, 2026

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Game Info:

Stadium: Citizens Bank Park

Time: 1:05 PM EST

TV: Nationals.TV

Radio: 106.7 The Fan

Another series win against a team that made the playoffs last year would be massive for the Nats. However, it will be tough with Sanchez on the mound. With the red hot Joey Wiemer, the Nats have handled left handed pitching this season. Sanchez will be a different animal though. Follow along in the comments down below and let’s go Nats!

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