Washington Nationals vs Pittsburgh Pirates Game Thread

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WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 03: Daylen Lile #4 of the Washington Nationals is doused with water by Andrés Chaparro #87 and José Tena #8 after their team's 9-5 victory against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Nationals Park on July 03, 2026 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images) | Getty Images

After a big win last night, the Nats celebrate this Independence Day by playing an 11:05 game against the Pirates. They will look to secure a 3rd straight series win on the 250th anniversary of this great country. It will be tough with the Pirates throwing out a hard throwing righty.

The Nats will make a few tweaks to the lineup. Jacob Young was supposed to be back in the lineup, but he was a late scratch. That means it will be the same outfield as last night. Curtis Mead will be back in there at third base. Drew Millas will also be catching in this one. Carson Palmquist will be opening for Zack Littell.

4th of julying

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

— Washington Nationals (@Nationals) July 4, 2026

The Pirates are making some changes at the bottom of their lineup Tyler Callihan, who pitched yesterday, will be in the game at first base. Former first overall pick Henry Davis will also be doing the catching here. Besides that, it is a similar lineup to last night. Braxton Ashcraft has had a great season and he will be on the mound in this one.


Game Info:

Stadium: Nationals Park

Time: 11:05 AM EST

TV: Nationals.TV

Radio: 106.7 The Fan

These 4th of July games are always fun, and should be even better with the Nats in the mix. This should be a hotly contested contest on a hot day in DC. Hopefully the Nats can come out on top again. Follow along in the comments down below and let’s go Nats!

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