Follow along as the Nationals look to play spoiler again as the Mets fight for their playoff lives
After a thrilling win last night, the Nationals look to win the series this afternoon at Citi Field. The Mets are fighting for their playoff lives and desperately need a win today with the Reds only a game behind them. Meanwhile, the Nationals would love to spoil their rivals’ playoff dreams.
After jamming his shoulder on a slide last night, CJ Abrams is out of the lineup, but available off the bench. Nasim Nunez will replace him at shortstop. James Wood will continue to lead off and Dylan Crews will move into the 2 hole. With a lefty on the mound, Paul DeJong will play second base. Jacob Young will man centerfield and Jorge Alfaro will do the catching. The struggling Jake Irvin will be on the mound.
The Mets will be making a couple changes themselves. Mark Vientos will be in the lineup at DH. Luis Torrens will do the catching this afternoon. Brandon Nimmo and Pete Alonso will switch places in the lineup, with Alonso moving to the cleanup spot. The top two of Lindor and Soto are unchanged. Sean Manaea will start for the Mets.
Game Info:
Stadium: Citi Field
Time: 1:40 PM EST
TV: MASN 2
Radio: 106.7 The Fan and DC 87.7
Nationals fans would love nothing more than to ruin the Mets playoff chances. It would be a fun way to end a pretty miserable season. Today the Nats have a chance to make their mark in the playoff race. Follow along and let’s go Nats!
Category: General Sports
