Angels vs Nationals starting pitchers
- Patrick Corbin for Washington Nationals
- Griffin Canning for Los Angeles Angels
Angels vs Nationals statistics
| Stat |
Angels |
Nationals |
| Hits |
912 (24th) |
942 (16th) |
| Batting Average |
.237 (21st) |
.243 (15th) |
| Runs Batted In |
440 (26th) |
472 (Tied-16th) |
| Runs |
471 (26th) |
499 (17th) |
| Home Runs |
117 (Tied-23rd) |
95 (30th) |
| Walks |
338 (20th) |
343 (19th) |
| Stolen Bases |
99 (Tied-8th) |
162 (2nd) |
| Strikeouts |
968 (17th) |
894 (24th) |
| Pitches |
16733 (21st) |
16440 (24th) |
Washington Nationals recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 8/9/24 |
vs Los Angeles Angels |
W |
3-2 F/10 |
| 8/8/24 |
vs San Francisco Giants |
L |
9-5 F/10 |
| 8/7/24 |
vs San Francisco Giants |
L |
7-4 |
| 8/6/24 |
vs San Francisco Giants |
W |
11-5 |
| 8/5/24 |
vs San Francisco Giants |
L |
4-1 |
Los Angeles Angels recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 8/9/24 |
@ Washington Nationals |
L |
3-2 F/10 |
| 8/8/24 |
@ New York Yankees |
W |
9-4 |
| 8/7/24 |
@ New York Yankees |
W |
8-2 |
| 8/7/24 |
@ New York Yankees |
L |
5-2 |
| 8/4/24 |
vs New York Mets |
W |
3-2 |
Angels vs Nationals predictions
As the Los Angeles Angels gear up to face the Washington Nationals in what's set to be a gripping baseball encounter, a few players from the Angels seem poised to make significant impacts. Keep an eye on Jo Adell, who has been swinging a hot bat. His ability to drive in runs and potentially go yard could turn the tide for the Angels. On the mound, Griffin Canning's performance will be critical. Although his ERA and WHIP stats suggest some inconsistency, his strikeout capabilities might just help contain the Nationals' hitters. Completing the trio, Brandon Drury's versatility at bat could see him on base frequently, setting the stage for potential scoring plays.
Turning our gaze to the Washington Nationals, CJ Abrams stands out as a key player, despite battling back spasms. His quick recovery could prove pivotal, providing the Nationals with much-needed offensive firepower and speed on the bases. Then there's Patrick Corbin taking the hill; if he can navigate through the early innings without damage, his outing might just be good enough to keep his team competitive throughout. Moreover, Luis Garcia's consistent bat, touting the highest average on the team, will be crucial in churning out hits and getting on base.
Factoring in these player performances and looking at the overall consistency of both teams, the Washington Nationals might have a slight edge in this matchup. Their blend of speed and slightly better overall hitting could allow them to exploit the weaknesses of the Angels' pitching staff. Of course, baseball is unpredictable, but the Nationals could carry their small advantages to secure another win in this series, riding off the momentum from their last victory.
Washington Nationals injuries
- Jordan Weems (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Nasim Nunez (SS): Day-To-Day
- CJ Abrams (SS): Day-To-Day
- Joey Gallo (1B): 10-Day-IL
- Cade Cavalli (SP): 60-Day-IL
Los Angeles Angels injuries
- Jose Cisnero (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Mike Trout (CF): 10-Day-IL
- Luis Rengifo (3B): 10-Day-IL
- Kelvin Caceres (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Robert Stephenson (RP): 60-Day-IL
Angels vs Nationals game info
| Venue |
Nationals Park |
| Location |
Washington, District of Columbia |
| First pitch |
Sat 6:45 PM |
| Temperature |
86° |
| Chance of Rain |
0% |
