RESOLVING THE LEDGER
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See the full story · 2 sourcesATLANTA, GEORGIA - JULY 30: Luis García Jr. #2 of the Washington Nationals reacts after hitting a double in the first inning against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park on July 30, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) | Getty Images
After losing three of their last four, the stakes are raised for the Nats tonight. They really need a win to stay in the hunt and avoid falling out of the race. The clutch hitting just has not been there for this group lately. Hopefully that will change tonight.
Blake Butera is making a few adjustments. Jose Tena will be in the lineup as the second baseman, giving Nasim Nunez a day off. Jacob Young is in center, moving Dylan Crews to right and James Wood to DH. Brady House is in there at third, while Harry Ford does the catching. Foster Griffin takes the ball in what could be his last start with the Nats.
for tonight's game we have this lineup for you → https://t.co/iUBDqlACVs pic.twitter.com/upO9rIEqTf
— Washington Nationals (@Nationals) July 31, 2026
The Braves only have a couple changes. Long time Brave Austin Riley is in the lineup at third base. That moves Mauricio Dubon to left field. Joey Bart will do the catching while Drake Baldwin shifts to DH. Bryce Elder has had an up and down season, with more downs lately. However, his last two starts have been better. He is on the mound tonight.
Friday night showdown! pic.twitter.com/1XKNust7it
— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) July 31, 2026
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Game Info:
Stadium: Truist Park
Time: 7:15 PM EST
TV: Nationals.TV and Fox 5 WTTG
Radio: 106.7 The Fan
With Foster Griffin on the mound, this is a massive game that could determine what team the lefty is making his next start for. The Nats are 17-4 in Griffin starts, a trend they will look to continue. To do that, they will need to hit with RISP. Follow along in the comments down below and let’s go Nats.
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