Astros visit Nationals for first of three games on July 6
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 9:15 PM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
The Houston Astros open a six-game road trip tonight against the Washington Nationals in a three-game series. RHP Mike Burrows (4-8) starts for the Astros, facing RHP Miles Mikolas (2-7) of the Nationals. Houston, at 45-47, has improved after a difficult start to the season, winning six of their last seven series, including four of five on the road. They lead the American League in one-run games with a 9-5 record. This matchup marks the Astros' first trip to D.C. since 2024, coming off a recent shutout victory over the Rays.
- •Astros are 45-47 entering the game and seeking a winning record.
- •Burrows and Mikolas match up as starting pitchers.
- •Astros aim to continue their strong road performance.
- •Teams face off for the first time since last season.
- •Astros have improved significantly since late May.
- 10:15 PMYahoo Sports — Astros at Nationals Game Discussion: 7/8/2026
- 9:15 PMYahoo Sports — Astros vs. Nationals Game Discussion: 7/6/2026
"TONIGHT’S GAME: The Houston Astros (46-48) and Washington Nationals (47-46), who share their Spring Training complex together in West Palm Beach, FL, will conclude their three-game series with a rubber game in the nation’s capital tonight. RHP Spencer Arrighetti (7-4, 3.81 ERA), who owns a share for the club lead with seven wins, will make […]
"TONIGHT’S GAME: The Astros will conclude the first half of their season with a six-game road trip beginning tonight in the nation’s capital with the first of three games against the Nationals. RHP Mike Burrows (4-8) will open the road trip for Houston opposite RHP Miles Mikolas (2-7) and the Nats. SPINNING RECORDS: At 45-47, […]
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 8, 2026, 10:15 PMAstros at Nationals Game Discussion: 7/8/2026
TONIGHT’S GAME: The Houston Astros (46-48) and Washington Nationals (47-46), who share their Spring Training complex together in West Palm Beach, FL, will conclude their three-game series with a rubber game in the nation’s capital tonight. RHP Spencer Arrighetti (7-4, 3.81 ERA), who owns a share for the club lead with seven wins, will make […]
- Yahoo SportsJul 6, 2026, 9:15 PMAstros vs. Nationals Game Discussion: 7/6/2026
TONIGHT’S GAME: The Astros will conclude the first half of their season with a six-game road trip beginning tonight in the nation’s capital with the first of three games against the Nationals. RHP Mike Burrows (4-8) will open the road trip for Houston opposite RHP Miles Mikolas (2-7) and the Nats. SPINNING RECORDS: At 45-47, […]
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