The Washington Nationals are in an interesting position as the MLB trade deadline approaches. While they are expected to be sellers as they continue their rebuild, they are also in the hunt for a National League wild-card spot. This makes their upcoming game against the Cincinnati Reds all the more crucial.
In the first game of the series, the Nationals built a sizable lead before holding on for an 8-5 win. First baseman Juan Yepez played a significant role in the victory, extending his hitting streak to 11 games with a three-run homer. Yepez has been on fire at the plate, with four straight multi-hit games and a batting average of .390.
The Nationals will be looking to continue their winning ways in the upcoming game, with MacKenzie Gore set to take the mound. Gore, who has a 6-8 record and a 4.01 ERA, will be looking to bounce back from his recent struggles and put in a solid performance against the Reds.
On the other side, the Reds are also fighting to stay in the playoff race and avoid becoming sellers themselves. Despite some inconsistencies this season, they remain confident in their abilities to make a postseason push.
The stage is set for an exciting matchup between two teams with playoff aspirations. The outcome of this game could have significant implications for both teams as they jockey for position in the NL wild-card race. It’s sure to be a game filled with intensity and drama as these two teams battle it out on the diamond.
