Braves seek fifth consecutive win against Nationals in series finale
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 3:35 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The Atlanta Braves face the Washington Nationals in the series finale today at 1:35 PM ET. The Braves aim for their fifth straight win after a strong performance in the previous games against the Nationals. Ronald Acuña Jr. is set to be the designated hitter, while Mauricio Dubón returns to left field after a day off. The Nationals are fielding a revamped lineup, with James Wood leading off. JR Ritchie makes the start for Atlanta, looking to continue the team's solid pitching against Washington's lineup.
- •Braves and Nationals meet in the series finale today at 1:35 PM ET
- •Ronald Acuña Jr. serves as designated hitter for Atlanta
- •Mauricio Dubón returns to left field after a day off
- •JR Ritchie starts on the mound for Atlanta
- •Nationals' lineup sees changes, including James Wood batting first
- 3:35 PMYahoo Sports — Ronald Acuña Jr. at DH, Mauricio Dubón returns to LF in Nationals series finale
"Happy trade deadline eve. How does winning five straight before the off day sound?
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