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Sunday, July 12, 2026
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76°
Partly sunny
Nationals at Braves
1:35 PM ET · Truist Park
RHP D. Cavalli vs RHP B. Elder
Today's Top Story
Young bats spark win, Cavalli shines in road series opener
What To Watch
Can the offense keep it rolling?
Injury / Roster Notes
- MacKenzie Gore (shoulder) remains on the 15-day IL.
- Joey Meneses (hamstring) cleared for baseball activities.
- Lane Thomas (wrist) progressing; return timeline TBD.
Around The Farm
Daytona's blast lifts Harrisburg
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Quote Of The Morning
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— Dave Martinez
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Morning Briefing
Sunday, July 12, 2026
Today's Top Story
Young bats spark win, Cavalli shines
The Nats Report
Morning Briefing
Sunday, July 12, 2026
Today's Top Story
Young bats spark win, Cavalli shines in road series opener
James Wood and CJ Abrams each drove in a run as Washington took the opener in Atlanta behind five strong innings from Cade Cavalli.