Monday, August 31, 2026
Volume 1 | Issue 34
Washington Nationals Bullpen blows the lead | August 31, 2026 | Morning Briefing
Washington Nationals bullpen well, blows it..
Start your day with the latest Washington Nationals stories, notes, headlines and more for Monday, August 31, 2026.
Washington Nationals bullpen well, blows it..
(Washington, D.C.) - The Washington Nationals bullpen surrendered a two-run lead in the ninth inning Sunday as the Miami Marlins rallied for a 6–2 victory. Washington received six scoreless innings from left-hander Andrew Alvarez and two scoreless frames from Clayton Beeter, but could not record the final three outs before relinquishing the lead
Three Things To Know This Morning
Three things to know this morning
LHP Andrew Alvarez shines once again against the Marlins
Read More →Andrew Alvarez continued his strong track record against the Miami Marlins with another impressive outing on Sunday afternoon.
James Wood hits a Homerun in his first Rehab Game in Harrisburg
Read More →Washington Nationals outfielder James Wood returned to game action Sunday afternoon with Double-A Harrisburg as he continues working back from the left oblique strain he suffered earlier this month.
CJ Abrams Makes Debut at Second Base
CJ Abrams made his debut at second base in Sunday’s game and appeared comfortable in his new position. He was tested early and often on balls hit to the right side of the infield, handling the chances cleanly and successfully turning several double plays.
Can the offense keep it rolling?
Set up the matchup, player trend, or tactical note that frames the day.
LHP PJ Poulin
Injury: Left flexor strain
IL date: July 19, retroactive to July 16 (transferred to 60-day IL on Aug. 2)
Expected return: September
Status: Strengthening and progressing through a throwing program. (Last updated: Aug. 28)
Seaver King
The Washington Nationals SS prospect is making a serious case to be called up to the Majors as soon as the rosters expand.
Nationals game context
Game time, probable pitchers, broadcast notes, and affiliate schedule.
— "We need somebody to step up that wants the ball in the ninth inning to finish the game"
Washington Nationals Manager Blake Butera after the Nationals lose to the Marlins due to the Washington Nationals bullpen blowing another game.
35
The number of blown saves from the Washington Nationals bullpen this season.
Scene from the ballpark
(Harrisburg, PA) - Washington Nationals outfielder James Wood making his first rehab start with the Harrisburg Senators.