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Washington Nationals vs San Diego Padres Game Thread

The Nats suffered from familiar problems this weekend against the Dodgers, with the bullpen up to their usual tricks. However, they have a chance to bounce back and be spoilers against the Padres. The Friars are deep in the wild card hunt, but the Nats have a chance to put a dent in their playoff […]

Game 144: Washington Nationals at San Diego Padres

Washington Nationals (67-78) at San Diego Padres (75-68), September 7, 2026, 2:10 p.m. PST Watch: Padres.TV Location: Petco Park – San Diego, Calif. Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.

Nats try to end their 4-game losing streak with 3 games against Padres

The hits keep on coming for the Nationals, dropping 3 close contests to the Los Angeles Dodgers in a series sweep. They’ve fallen to 11 games under .500, and desperately need to get things going again to have any sort of momentum heading into 2027. The bullpen continues its historically rough season, the offense has […]

Dodgers Week 24: Comeback kings

September started out roughly with two losses in a row to the St. Louis Cardinals, one a blowout and another a blown lead. Things could have gone very badly in the first week of the month, but the Dodgers won their final four games of the week, including a sweep of the Washington Nationals for […]

Watch Dodgers’ Kyle Tucker leap over the wall for bonkers robbery vs. Nationals

There is no doubting the fact that Kyle Tucker has underperformed in his first season for the Los Angeles Dodgers after he signed a four-year, $240 million contract this past offseason. But every now and again, Tucker is showing glimpses of the old self that convinced the Dodgers to sign him to such a huge […] The post Watch Dodgers’ Kyle Tucker leap over the wall for bonkers robbery vs. Nationals appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Dodgers on wrong end of Nationals star CJ Abrams’ impressive feat

Los Angeles Dodgers hitter-pitcher Shohei Ohtani was not the only versatile star at Dodger Stadium on Sunday, as Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams made a good account of himself. While the Nationals lost, 7-5, Abrams showed why he is one of the league’s brightest young players. At the top of the fourth inning, he blasted […] The post Dodgers on wrong end of Nationals star CJ Abrams’ impressive feat appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Dodgers storm their way back to sweep Nationals

On a stormy Sunday night in September, the Dodgers completed a three-game sweep of the Washington Nationals, winning the finale 7-5. Both Justin Wrobleski and Nationals southpaw Andrew Alvarez kept the ice frozen until the bottom of the third inning, as a Max Muncy double and Tommy Edman infield single allowed Mookie Betts to bring […]

Washington Nationals vs Los Angeles Dodgers Game Thread

After a couple of close losses, the Nats are now looking to avoid a sweep. Earlier this year, the Nationals were excellent at avoiding sweeps but that has not been the case lately. Hopefully the boys can change that in this late night showdown. With a lefty on the mound, there are a few changes […]

Padres manager Chris Stammen delivers huge Nick Pivetta update before Nationals series

The San Diego Padres are currently just outside of a playoff spot. The team was hoping to get some pitching help back from injury, but the Padres likely will not have Joe Musgrove this year. While the team will not have Musgrove, they are getting Nick Pivetta back, per Darnay Tripp of NBC San Diego […] The post Padres manager Chris Stammen delivers huge Nick Pivetta update before Nationals series appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Nationals Outright Max Kranick

TODAY: Kranick cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A, the Nationals announced. SEPTEMBER 4: The Nationals announced that they have selected the contract of right-hander Jack Sinclair. Fellow righty Max Kranick has been designated for assignment as the corresponding move. Additionally, the Nats relayed that left-hander Tom Cosgrove has cleared outright waivers and been assigned […]

Padres To Activate Nick Pivetta From 60-Day IL On Monday

TODAY: Following today’s game, Stammen told reporters (including Jeff Sanders) that Pivetta will be activated from the 60-day IL on Monday to start the Padres’ game against the Nationals.  Vasquez will move the bullpen to make room for Pivetta in the rotation. SEPTEMBER 5: Nick Pivetta’s minor league rehab assignment was halted after just one […]

Don’t Forget About DJ Herz

As Nats fans evaulate arms currently within the system who could contribute to their next competitive team, one intriguing name has largely faded from the conversation. DJ Herz has not pitched in the major leagues since 2024, but his successful rehabilitation should remind fans why he was once considered an important part of the Nats […]

Dodgers’ Dave Roberts leaving the door open for Shohei Ohtani return vs. Nationals

The Los Angeles Dodgers will be facing the Washington Nationals in the final game of their series, and they haven’t been with Shohei Ohtani in any of the contests. Manager Dave Roberts was asked about Ohtani’s status heading into the final game, and he says he’s leaving the door open for a return, according to […] The post Dodgers’ Dave Roberts leaving the door open for Shohei Ohtani return vs. Nationals appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Striking stat shows importance of home run ball to Cubs this year

The Chicago Cubs have been MLB’s most prolific offense this season, and it hasn’t been particularly close. Chicago leads the league in runs scored by a wide margin, currently holding a 27-run advantage, while also becoming the first team to reach 200 home runs. The New York Yankees and Washington Nationals are the only other [...] The post Striking stat shows importance of home run ball to Cubs this year appeared first on ChiCitySports .

Dodgers notes: Shohei Ohtani, Tommy Edman, pitching staff

Shohei Ohtani has been absent from the Dodgers lineup for three consecutive games. So far the team has had no problem picking up the pieces, as the team is currently on a three-game winning streak with a chance to sweep the Washington Nationals on Sunday. Ohtani hasn’t been his usual self over his last 12 […]

Tommy Edman does it all in Dodgers win over Nationals

LOS ANGELES — Tommy Edman made a fantastic defensive play to rob extra bases, then rounded said bases after a three-run home run that helped the Dodgers to a 6-5 win over the Washington Nationals on Saturday night at Dodger Stadium. Down two runs in the seventh inning, Alex Freeland walked with one out and […]

Dalton Rushing scratched with elbow soreness, Max Muncy sick

LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers originally planned to start Dalton Rushing at designated hitter and Max Muncy at third base on Saturday against the Washington Nationals, but both were scratched from the lineup. Rushing has elbow soreness and Muncy is sick, the team said. Rushing spent four weeks on the injured list after a partial […]

Dodgers Notes: Ohtani, Rushing, Hernandez, Wrobleski

While he hasn’t been put on the injured list yet, Shohei Ohtani remained out of the Dodgers’ lineup on Saturday against the Nationals. He’s now missed three straight games. Manager Dave Roberts told reporters, including Katie Woo of The Athletic, that the team will evaluate Ohtani on Sunday. “My expectation is he’s going to hit […]

Dodgers latest roster moves include Bobby Miller being activated

The Dodgers made their long-awaited move on Saturday, activating right-hander Bobby Miller from the 60-day injured list ahead of their game against the Nationals. To clear a corresponding spot on the active roster, right-hander Kyle Hurt was optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City, and outfielder Alek Thomas was designated for assignment to open room on the […] The post Dodgers latest roster moves include Bobby Miller being activated appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Dodgers on Deck: Sunday, September 6 vs. Nationals

The Dodgers finish things off with the Washington Nationals with a rare Sunday night start, a 7:10 p.m. first pitch on the night before Labor Day at Dodger Stadium. The Dodgers will use a variety of arms to fill innings on Sunday, including Justin Wrobleski and likely Bobby Miller for bulk outings, while left-hander Andrew […]

Dodgers vs. Nationals game chat

The Dodgers take on the Nationals with a slightly earlier start than last night. With right-hander Cade Cavalli on the mound for Washington, left-hander Dalton Rushing was set to get the start at designated hitter this time around, with Shohei Ohtani out a third straight game for the first time since joining the Dodgers. But […]