The Philadelphia Phillies will face off against the Washington Nationals in a game scheduled for Saturday at 4:05 p.m. EDT in Washington. Phillies’ Zack Wheeler will face off against Nationals’ MacKenzie Gore as the pitching probables for the game. The Phillies, with a record of 94-66, are currently leading the NL East, while the Nationals are in fourth place with a record of 70-90.
The Phillies are looking to end their three-game road losing streak and maintain their strong performance in the season. They have the fourth-best team batting average in MLB play at .258. On the other hand, the Nationals have a 37-42 record at home and are 54-32 in games when they record eight or more hits.
The Phillies lead the season series against the Nationals 8-3 and will be aiming to continue their winning streak. Top performers to watch out for in the game include Luis Garcia for the Nationals and Trea Turner for the Phillies. Injuries are impacting both teams, with multiple players on the IL.
The game presents an opportunity for both teams to showcase their talents and fight for a victory. Fans can expect an exciting matchup between the two teams as they battle it out on the field. Stay tuned for more updates on this upcoming game between the Phillies and the Nationals.
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