Washington Nationals vs Atlanta Braves Game Thread
Follow along as the Nationals face off against a rejuvenated Braves team
WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 19: Joey Wiemer #21 of the Washington Nationals slides in to second base against the San Francisco Giants at Nationals Park on April 19, 2026 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Jamie Sabau/Getty Images) | Getty Images After a couple of lackluster years by their standards, it sure seems like the big bad Braves are back. They are 15-7 and have a 5 game lead in the division already.
The Nats will have to battle with this team for four games. It will be a tough test for the exciting but flawed Nats. With a righty on the mound, there will be a couple changes in the lineup.
Daylen Lile will be back in there in left field. The red hot Jose Tena will be back in the DH spot, while Luis Garcia Jr. goes to first base.
Drew Millas will be behind the plate. Jake Irvin has had success against the Braves over the years, but this lineup has been firing on all cylinders so far. nl east showdown → https://t.