The Washington Nationals (4-6) want to take down the Los Angeles Dodgers (9-3) at home for a potential series win.
After a rough 1-6 start to the season, Washington has played much better rattling off three wins in a row, and will look for their fourth against the almighty Los Angeles Dodgers.
Despite Shohei Ohtani’s dominant offensive performance, MacKenzie Gore pitched well and prevailed Washington to a 6-4 victory over the World Series favorites.
Washington is coming off an impressive series win against the Arizona Diamondbacks and could do the same against an even more impressive team.
Nationals Lineup:
24-year-old rookie Brad Lord will be on the mound, earning his first career MLB start. Lord has made three appearances out of the bullpen this season, posting a 4.50 ERA in two innings of work.
No C.J. Abrams in lineup once again as Paul DeJong is getting back-to-back starts at shortstop. Alex Call will lead off, moving James Wood to the two-slot in the lineup. Wood serves as the designated hitter today, giving Washington a great defensive unit in the outfield today.
ELEVEN. pic.twitter.com/1C9YFNaKgv
— Washington Nationals (@Nationals) April 8, 2025
Dodgers Lineup:
On the opposing mound is Justin Wrobleski, a 24-year-old making his 2025 season debut. Wrobleski started six games for Los Angeles in 2024, finishing the season with a 5.70 ERA in eight appearances.
The reigning National League MVP leads off a loaded Dodgers lineup. An off day for Will Smith means Austin Barnes will be in the lineup batting ninth. One of the best lineups in baseball is missing two key contributors today in Freddie Freeman and Will Smith, however this lineup still has great bats littered from top to bottom.
Today’s #Dodgers lineup at Nationals: pic.twitter.com/ugasYLwrja
— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) April 8, 2025
Game Info:
Stadium: Nationals Park – Washington, D.C.
Time: 6:45 ET
TV: MASN
Radio: 106.7 The Fan, DC 87.7
Washington has had recent success, looking for their fourth win in a row against the reigning World Series Champion Los Angeles Dodgers. Follow along with the comments and as always, GO NATS!