Washington Nationals look to avoid getting swept by the Atlanta Braves this afternoon

The Washington Nationals look to avoid being swept by the Atlanta Braves and snap a four game losing streak this afternoon with the first pitch at 1:05 p.m. EDT

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Injury: Left index finger fracture
IL date: July 15, retroactive to July 12 (10-day IL)
Expected return: August-September
Status: Played catch at a distance out to 90 feet, hit right-handed and had sutures removed. (Last updated: July 30)

Washington Nationals Shortstop CJ Abrams is having a banner year with the Washington Nationals.

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Luis García Jr. is barreling the ball at a career-best clip this season, with a 12.4% barrel rate that ranks in the 82nd percentile across MLB.

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