Nationals vs Braves starting pitchers
- Spencer Schwellenbach for Atlanta Braves
- MacKenzie Gore for Washington Nationals
Nationals vs Braves statistics
| Stat |
Nationals |
Braves |
| Hits |
401 (28th) |
445 (13th) |
| Batting Average |
.230 (24th) |
.251 (7th) |
| Runs Batted In |
196 (Tied-26th) |
229 (14th) |
| Runs |
212 (25th) |
238 (15th) |
| Home Runs |
46 (Tied-25th) |
57 (Tied-14th) |
| Walks |
163 (Tied-21st) |
160 (Tied-23rd) |
| Stolen Bases |
84 (Tied-1st) |
28 (25th) |
| Strikeouts |
430 (Tied-21st) |
458 (16th) |
| Pitches |
7546 (30th) |
7688 (27th) |
Atlanta Braves recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 5/28/24 |
vs Washington Nationals |
W |
2-0 |
| 5/27/24 |
vs Washington Nationals |
L |
8-4 |
| 5/26/24 |
@ Pittsburgh Pirates |
W |
8-1 |
| 5/25/24 |
@ Pittsburgh Pirates |
L |
4-1 |
| 5/24/24 |
@ Pittsburgh Pirates |
L |
11-5 |
Washington Nationals recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 5/28/24 |
@ Atlanta Braves |
L |
2-0 |
| 5/27/24 |
@ Atlanta Braves |
W |
8-4 |
| 5/26/24 |
vs Seattle Mariners |
L |
9-5 |
| 5/25/24 |
vs Seattle Mariners |
W |
3-1 |
| 5/24/24 |
vs Seattle Mariners |
W |
6-1 |
Nationals vs Braves predictions
Heading into the matchup against the Atlanta Braves, the Washington Nationals are eyeing some key performances from their lineup. CJ Abrams has been a consistent hitter this season and tonight, he could play a pivotal role with his speed and ability at the plate - expect him to get on base and potentially swipe a few bags. Joey Meneses might also be someone to watch, given his knack for hitting singles; he could be driving in crucial runs if the Nationals get their runners on base. Another intriguing prospect is Jacob Young, whose ability to steal bases could very well create scoring opportunities, igniting the Nationals’ offense.
On the flip side, the Atlanta Braves have their own set of performers ready to make an impact. Marcell Ozuna, who's swinging a hot bat with a solid average and powerful home runs, could be a massive threat. His RBI stats suggest he'll likely be a key player driving in or scoring runs tonight. Ozzie Albies is another Brave poised to shine with his all-around gameplay. Given his potential for hitting doubles and his speed on the bases, he'll surely look to exploit any slip-ups from the Nationals' defense. Also, keep an eye on Austin Riley, whose consistent hitting could mean trouble for the Nationals if he gets enough pitches to work with.
Considering the momentum and the current form of key players, this game appears to lean slightly in favor of the Atlanta Braves. Their strong batting lineup, combined with solid pitching from Spencer Schwellenbach, positions them well to take control of the game. The Braves have shown their capability to score and drive in runs consistently, which might just edge out the Nationals whose overall team stats have been less impressive offensively. So, if I were a betting man, my money would be on the Braves sealing a win in what promises to be a thrilling encounter.
Atlanta Braves injuries
- Tyler Matzek (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Blake Burkhalter (RP): Day-To-Day
- Luis Liberato (OF): Day-To-Day
- Jake Walsh (RP): Day-To-Day
- Huascar Ynoa (SP): Day-To-Day
Nationals vs Braves game info
| Venue |
Truist Park |
| Location |
Atlanta, Georgia |
| First pitch |
Wed 7:20 PM |
| Temperature |
77° |
| Chance of Rain |
64% |
