Andrew Alvarez secures rotation spot for Nationals as season progresses
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 8:00 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Andrew Alvarez has solidified his place in the Washington Nationals' rotation amid the team's struggles with pitching. After starting the season in AAA Rochester, Alvarez has made significant contributions since his promotion in April. He has recently shown improved performance, throwing 6.1 innings of two-run ball against the Philadelphia Phillies and 5.1 innings of one-run ball against the Cincinnati Reds. With a current ERA of 3.76 over 69.1 innings, the 27-year-old left-hander is becoming a cornerstone as the Nationals aim for a playoff berth, facing a challenge as they trail by 4.5 games for the third Wild Card spot.
- •Alvarez has a 3.76 ERA over 69.1 innings this season.
- •He allowed no home runs in his last 51.2 innings pitched.
- •The Nationals are 4.5 games back in the Wild Card race.
- •Alvarez has improved his ability to pitch deeper into games.
- •He has become a focal point for the team’s postseason hopes.
- 8:00 PMYahoo Sports — Andrew Alvarez has secured his spot in the Nationals’ rotation
"The Washington southpaw is becoming a rotation centerpiece
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