Ronald Acuna benching the latest twist in drama-filled NL East
The Braves star was pulled for not hustling, the Nats bounced back in a big way, and the Polar Bear growled again -- just another day in baseball's wildest division.
2019 ScheduleAll times ET
2019 Schedule
67-56, 2nd in NL East
Nationals match team HR record with 8, rout Brewers 16-8
The Nationals matched a team record with eight home runs -- including two by Juan Soto -- in a 16-8 rout of the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday as Washington took two of three from a fellow contender in the NL playoff race.
Nats go yard eight times (2:04)
Rendon blasts homer then adds sweet bat flip (0:36)
Nats closer Doolittle goes to IL after blown save
The Nationals have placed closer Sean Doolittle on the 10-day injured list with right knee tendinitis. The move comes a day after he blew a save in Washington's 14-inning lost to the Brewers.
Thames' HR in 14th, Yelich's 2 help Brewers beat Nats 15-14
Eric Thames hit a go-ahead, two-run homer in the 14th inning, and the Milwaukee Brewers finally held on for a wild 15-14 victory over the Washington Nationals on Saturday.
Fan behind plate sleeps during tense 9th inning (0:19)
Scherzer throws sim game, 'felt good,' Nats say
Max Scherzer threw a 64-pitch simulated game Saturday, and the Nats will see how he feels Sunday to determine next step.
Rendon's RBI double lifts Nationals to 2-1 win over Brewers
Anthony Rendon hit a tiebreaking RBI double in the eighth inning, and the Washington Nationals beat the Milwaukee Brewers 2-1 on Friday night in the opener of a three-game series between National League playoff contenders.
Eddie Matz ESPN Senior Writer
Suddenly, the Nationals bullpen looks like the stable one. Thanks to three scoreless frames from the retooled relief corps (and a pair of RBI doubles from Anthony Rendon), Washington eked out a 2-1 win over the Brewers.
Cautious Nats won't start Scherzer over weekend
Despite speculation that Max Scherzer might return this weekend, including optimism from the pitcher himself, the Nationals have decided to "be smart" and play it safe with their ace.
Coroner: Choking caused taco-eating contest death
A Central California coroner says a man choked to death while participating in a taco-eating contest at a minor league baseball game. The Fresno County sheriff-coroner's office released the cause of death for 41-year-old Dana Hutchings after an autopsy.
Taco-eating contest in minors nixed after death
The Fresno Grizzlies, the Triple-A affiliate of the Nationals, canceled Saturday's scheduled World Taco Eating Championship after the death of a 41-year-old man during a taco-eating contest.
Nationals put up 10 runs in 5th, 6 in 6th, beat Reds 17-7
Anthony Rendon, Kurt Suzuki and Adam Eaton hit homers in a 10-run fifth that included an RBI single from Stephen Strasburg, and the Washington Nationals tacked on another six runs in the next inning of what became a 17-7 victory over the Cincinnati...
Nationals ace Scherzer says he's ready to return
Nationals ace Max Scherzer, who has pitched just once since July 10 due to back muscle problems, played catch Wednesday and could return as soon as this weekend.
Dozier's piggyback homer, Ross' start help Nats top Reds 3-1
Brian Dozier hopped a dugout piggyback ride to celebrate his 17th home run and Juan Soto hit a second-deck shot for his 25th as both returned to the lineup, Joe Ross extended his scoreless streak to 17 1/3 innings and the Washington Nationals beat the...
Scherzer pitches simulated game, nears return
Nationals ace Max Scherzer threw a simulated game Tuesday, a key step in his progression toward returning to active duty.
This Just In
Nats ace Max Scherzer is throwing a simulated game, pitching to second baseman Howie Kendrick, first baseman Ryan Zimmersom and center fielder Gerardo Parra at Nationals Park on Tuesday. Manager Davey Martinez said Monday that there's still no timetable for Scherzer's return at this point. He said if things go well in Tuesday's simulated game, Scherzer might not need to throw another simulated game. Scherzer was placed on the 10-day IL on July 29 with a minor rhomboid strain. The injury is in the same area as the inflammation under his right shoulder that forced the right-hander to the IL for 19 days in early July.
Reports: Nats, Holland reach minor-league deal
Greg Holland, who was released by the Diamondbacks after posting a 4.54 ERA with 17 saves this season, has rejoined the Nationals on a minor-league deal, according to reports.
Turner, Adams homer; Fedde throws 6; Nationals top Reds 7-6
Trea Turner and Matt Adams homered, Erick Fedde pitched well after allowing a solo shot on the game's first pitch and the depleted Washington Nationals held on to edge the Cincinnati Reds 7-6 Monday night.
Eddie Matz ESPN Senior Writer
Nats slugger Juan Soto (not in today's lineup) discusses the ankle injury he suffered against the Mets yesterday.
Top takeaways from MLB's 2020 schedule release
Games in London, Puerto Rico and... Iowa? Next season's schedule has more than the usual collection of quirks.
Power Rankings: Make way for a new No. 1
As the Mets climb back into the race, the Yankees and Astros keep finding ways to get stronger.
'Oh my God, how can we do this?': An oral history of the 1994 MLB strike
Twenty-five years ago today, all major league games were canceled. Ultimately, the World Series would be lost too. On the anniversary of that infamous morning, Tim Kurkjian shares the stories of some key figures in a conflict that nearly killed the sport.
Rocky road or smooth sailing? Comparing contenders' stretch schedules
With the playoff races heating up, strength of schedule will help determine who's still playing in October. Here's our breakdown.
Find Tickets
- Nationals @ PiratesPNC Park -Tickets as low as $10
- Buy Nationals tickets with VividSeats
- Other Games
2019 NL East Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | 74 | 52 | .587 | - | W2 |
| Washington | 67 | 56 | .545 | 5.5 | W1 |
| Philadelphia | 64 | 60 | .516 | 9 | L2 |
| New York | 64 | 60 | .516 | 9 | W2 |
| Miami | 45 | 78 | .366 | 27.5 | L3 |
2019 Team Leaders
- Batting
- Pitching
BATTING AVERAGE
Home Runs
RUNS BATTED IN
Earned Run Average
Wins
Strikeouts
Team Stats
- Pitching
- Batting
Earned Run Average4.48
Quality Starts0
WHIP1.33
BAA.252
Runs643
Batting Average.261
On Base Percentage.340
Slugging Percentage.449