Follow along as the Nats come back home to take on the gritty Guardians
The Washington Nationals wrapped up a successful series with the Reds, winning two out of three games. Now they will face another Ohio team in the Cleveland Guardians. This time the Nats will be at home.
I like the look of the Nats lineup today. Alex Call will be in the two hole, playing left field. James Wood will DH for the third straight game with Josh Bell nursing a stiff hamstring. After Amed Rosario got most of the action this weekend, Jose Tena will be in there against a right handed pitcher. After having a rough start where his fastball velocity was the lowest of his career, Jake Irvin will look to bounce back.
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— Washington Nationals (@Nationals) May 5, 2025
We will not be seeing old friend Lane Thomas who is out with a wrist injury. However, there are some dangerous bats in the Guardians lineup. Jose Ramirez has been one of the best players in baseball for the better part of a decade now. Steven Kwan is one of the best contact hitters in the game. DH Kyle Manzardo is also having a breakout campaign. Former Pirate Luis Ortiz will be on the mound for Cleveland.
Game Info:
Stadium: Nationals Park
Time: 6:45 EST
TV: MASN
Radio: 106.7 The Fan and DC 87.7
Hopefully the weather cooperates tonight and the Nats can win their third straight game. After a solid road trip, the Nats are 16-19, with .500 within touching distance again. While the Guardians are 20-14, their negative run differential suggests they are not as intimidating as their record suggests. If the Nats play at their best, they can win some ballgames against these guys. Let’s get this curly W!