Braves vs Nationals starting pitchers
- Jake Irvin for Washington Nationals
- Chris Sale for Atlanta Braves
Braves vs Nationals statistics
| Stat |
Braves |
Nationals |
| Hits |
493 (16th) |
464 (26th) |
| Batting Average |
.247 (10th) |
.231 (23rd) |
| Runs Batted In |
254 (Tied-15th) |
225 (Tied-25th) |
| Runs |
265 (18th) |
241 (24th) |
| Home Runs |
61 (Tied-16th) |
48 (Tied-27th) |
| Walks |
178 (Tied-23rd) |
184 (21st) |
| Stolen Bases |
29 (27th) |
95 (1st) |
| Strikeouts |
514 (16th) |
490 (21st) |
| Pitches |
8633 (27th) |
8647 (26th) |
Washington Nationals recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 6/6/24 |
vs Atlanta Braves |
L |
5-2 |
| 6/5/24 |
vs New York Mets |
L |
9-1 |
| 6/4/24 |
vs New York Mets |
L |
6-3 |
| 6/3/24 |
vs New York Mets |
L |
8-7 |
| 6/2/24 |
@ Cleveland Guardians |
W |
5-2 |
Atlanta Braves recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 6/6/24 |
@ Washington Nationals |
W |
5-2 |
| 6/5/24 |
@ Boston Red Sox |
L |
9-0 |
| 6/4/24 |
@ Boston Red Sox |
W |
8-3 |
| 6/2/24 |
vs Oakland Athletics |
W |
3-1 |
| 6/1/24 |
vs Oakland Athletics |
L |
11-9 |
Braves vs Nationals predictions
Heading into the game against the Washington Nationals, a few Atlanta Braves players look primed to make a significant impact. Keep an eye on Marcell Ozuna, who has been swinging a hot bat with a stellar .312 average and 18 homers to his name this season. His ability to drive in runs will be crucial, especially with projected opportunities to bat in multiple RBIs. Another Brave to watch is Ozzie Albies, whose speed and agility could see him turning singles into extra bases or swiping a base, adding pressure on the Nationals’ defense. The starting pitcher Chris Sale, with an impressive season ERA of 3.06 and 82 strikeouts, is expected to deliver a strong performance on the mound and potentially dominate through the innings he pitches.
On the other side, the Washington Nationals have a few standout players that could stir the pot. CJ Abrams, with his combination of 10 home runs and a notable speed on bases, might prove to be a tricky customer both at the plate and on the field. Joey Meneses will also be crucial for the Nats; batting around the .300 mark makes him a consistent threat, particularly with his ability to drive in runs. The pitcher Jake Irvin, who's shown resilience this season despite some losses, will need to harness his 3.39 ERA and control the game early from the mound to give the Nationals a fighting chance.
Considering the strengths on display, the Atlanta Braves seem to have the upper edge in this matchup, especially with Chris Sale leading the charge on the pitching front. His track record this season suggests he can keep the Nationals' batters in check, while the Braves' hitters, like Ozuna and Albies, are likely to challenge the Nationals' defense consistently. Therefore, my prediction leans towards the Braves further extending their lead in this series with a commanding win. Their balanced blend of potent hitting and strong pitching seems just too robust for the Nationals to overcome in this contest.
Atlanta Braves injuries
- Jarred Kelenic (LF): Day-To-Day
- Blake Burkhalter (RP): Day-To-Day
- Luis Liberato (OF): Day-To-Day
- A.J. Minter (RP): 15-Day-IL
- AJ Smith-Shawver (SP): 15-Day-IL
Braves vs Nationals game info
| Venue |
Nationals Park |
| Location |
Washington, District of Columbia |
| First pitch |
Fri 6:45 PM |
| Temperature |
81° |
| Chance of Rain |
0% |
