Nationals un-able to break through and get defeated again by the Braves

Last night, the Washington Nationals lost to the Atlanta Braves 6-2. Tonight, they look to break their losing streak in-order to at least try to split their series.

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Injury: Mild right knee soreness
Expected return: Day to day
Status: García was pinch-hit for in the seventh inning of the July 31 game in Atlanta. Was 0-for-3 with a strikeout prior to his departure. (Last updated: July 31)

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In July, the Washington Nationals hit 50 homeruns as a team which set a new franchise record for most homeruns ever in one month.

Picture of storm clouds approaching Truist Park back on May 22, 2026 in Atlanta, GA