Follow along as the Nats look to win their first series of the month in San Diego
After losing last night, the Nationals are now 5-17 in June. They are playing better recently, but the results still are not good enough. Getting a series win today would be a huge step in the right direction. They have not won a series in June, so getting one here would be big.
With the series on the line, the Nats will have their ace MacKenzie Gore on the mound. He had a rough start last time out, so Gore will be looking to bounce back against his old club. The only change to the lineup will be the inclusion of Alex Call. He will play left field while James Wood DH’s. Despite having a day game after a night game, Riley Adams will start again at catcher.
eighty one. pic.twitter.com/cny50JeMB3
— Washington Nationals (@Nationals) June 25, 2025
With Xander Bogaerts being a late scratch, there is some movement in the Padres lineup. Jose Iglesias will play shortstop again. Tyler Wade will play second base while Gavin Sheets will get the start at DH. Bryce Johnson will replace Sheets in left field. Former Nationals draft pick Nick Pivetta will get the start for the Padres.
Xander Bogaerts has been scratched from today’s lineup with left shoulder soreness. Here’s our updated lineup: https://t.co/agUBNhphEr pic.twitter.com/6zUwBpPnUA
— San Diego Padres (@Padres) June 25, 2025
Game Info:
Stadium: PETCO Park
Time: 4:10 PM EST
TV: MASN 2
Radio: 106.7 The Fan and DC 87.7
This game marks the halfway point of the MLB season. It has been a disappointing one for the Nats so far despite great performances from Wood, Abrams and Gore. Hopefully today can be a jumping off point and the second half will be better than the first. Comment down below and let’s go Nats!