Nationals receive a modest letter grade despite being under .500
Despite being three games under .500 (16-19), the Washington Nationals have done well to stay afloat in a tough National League East.
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The Washington Nationals have done well to stay relevant in the National League East, as the Atlanta Braves have a commanding lead in the division. The Braves are 15 games over . 500 and are 8.
5 games ahead of the Miami Marlins and 9. 5 games ahead of the Nationals. Despite the uphill battle, the Nationals aren't looking to compete for the division this season; rather, they're looking for some of their young core, like outfielder James Wood, to develop.
Wood has done well to generate offense for the Nationals, as he's batting . 231 with 10 home runs and a . 890 OPS.