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Nationals vs Dodgers game
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The gist
Dodgers beat Nationals 5-3 on Friday, then 6-5 on Saturday at Dodger Stadium. Los Angeles leads series 2-0 and seeks a sweep Sunday.
Background
The Los Angeles Dodgers and Washington Nationals are playing a three-game series at Dodger Stadium from September 4-6, 2026. The Dodgers entered the series with an 83-57 record, first in the NL West, while the Nationals were 67-75, fourth in the NL East. The Dodgers had previously swept the Nationals in April and are looking to extend their dominance.
How it unfolded
- Sep 4, 2026Dodgers win 5-3. Blake Snell starts for LA, Jackson Kent for Washington. Mookie Betts and Teoscar Hernández drive in runs in a four-run third inning.
- Sep 5, 2026Dodgers win 6-5. Tyler Glasnow starts for LA, Cade Cavalli for Washington. Tommy Edman hits a two-run homer in the seventh to break a tie.
- Sep 6, 2026Dodgers look to complete a sweep. Shohei Ohtani remains out for a fourth straight game. Justin Wrobleski starts for LA against Andrew Alvarez.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- Dodgers are heavy moneyline favorites (68% on Saturday, 66% on Sunday) due to their strong offense and pitching.
- Bears
- Nationals have hit the team total Under in 10 of their last 14 away games, suggesting a low-scoring game.