Washington Nationals vs Los Angeles Dodgers Game Thread
Follow along as the Nats take on the mighty Dodgers in their home opener
WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 03: Brady House #12, James Wood #29 and Daylen Lile #4 of the Washington Nationals warm up prior to the game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on Friday, April 3, 2026 in Washington, District of Columbia. (Photo by Hannah Foslien/MLB Photos via Getty Images) | MLB Photos via Getty Images The Nationals have a tough assignment for their home opener. They have to do battle with the back to back World Series champion Dodgers.
The Nats have actually had surprising success against the Dodgers, especially at home. However, it is always a tough task when you face a team with this much star power. The Nats are actually sitting their hottest hitter for this game.
Joey Wiemer entered the season as a guy who would only play against lefties. However, he was so hot, the Nats have been playing him every day. He will not be in there today though.
Instead, the outfield will be James Wood, Jacob Young and Daylen Lile. Brady House will actually be the DH today, with Jorbit Vivas playing third base. Miles Mikolas will be on the mound against a stacked Dodgers lineup.