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Nationals vs Padres game
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The gist
Padres beat Nationals 3-2 on Monday as Nick Pivetta threw five shutout innings in return from.
Padres stay half-game behind Arizona for final NL wild card; Nationals extend road losing.
Background
The Washington Nationals and San Diego Padres are in the midst of a regular-season series. The Nationals have been struggling on the road, losing seven straight before Monday's game. The Padres are competing for a wild-card spot in the National League, and this game was crucial for their playoff hopes.
How it unfolded
- Sep 6, 2026Padres' Nick Pivetta is activated from the 60-day injured list to start Monday's game against the Nationals.
- Sep 7, 2026Padres beat Nationals 3-2. Pivetta pitches five shutout innings, earning his first win since April 1. Jackson Merrill and Fernando Tatis Jr. each have three hits.
- Sep 8, 2026Nationals' Nasim Nunez is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Padres, as his playing time has dwindled.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- The Padres' win keeps them half-game behind Arizona for the final NL wild card spot.
- Analysts
- The Nationals' road losing streak extends to eight games, and they played sloppily with few signs of life.