The Washington Nationals bullpen ruin the vibes again in a frustrating loss
The Nats offense is clicking, but with this pitching staff, they need to get to double digits to win games
CHICAGO, IL - MARCH 26: Cionel Pérez #51 of the Washington Nationals looks on during the game between the Washington Nationals and the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on Thursday, March 26, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/MLB Photos via Getty Images) | MLB Photos via Getty Images The Nats lost in a way that looked a lot like their final game of the Phillies series. It is also the kind of loss we have seen a lot in the last year.
The Nationals bats were up for the fight, but they were let down by a bullpen that is not big league caliber. This is a game the Nats really needed to win. It was a getaway day for the Dodgers, who had a lot of their starters sitting.
The Nats also managed to take a 6-1 lead. That should be plenty of cushion, but not for this bullpen. Today proved that changes are necessary in the bullpen, and the Nats will need to churn through a lot of guys to find something resembling competence.
Changes need to be made to this pitching staff after this game. Unfair to an offense that is constantly battling — federalbaseball (@federalbaseball) April 5, 2026 The game felt like it would be a feel good game, even if there was a feeling of dread in the back of your mind. Offensively, the Nats continued to look good, and even James Wood got in on the fun.