Cade Cavalli impresses in Nationals pitching performance against Rangers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Cade Cavalli pitched against the Texas Rangers on August 19, 2026, showcasing an impressive performance that has elevated him into a conversation for NL Cy Young consideration. With 162 strikeouts and a 3.22 ERA over 142.2 innings this season, he is tied for 5th in the NL in strikeouts. In his last 10 starts, Cavalli has recorded a 2.12 ERA with 73 strikeouts, bolstering his status as a top pitcher for the Nationals. His success is underscored by consistently deep outings, including 8 consecutive quality starts.
- •Cade Cavalli pitches for the Nationals against the Rangers on August 19, 2026.
- •Cavalli has a 3.22 ERA and 162 strikeouts this season.
- •He is tied for 5th in NL strikeouts and tied for 8th in fWAR.
- •In his last 10 starts, he has a 2.12 ERA and 73 strikeouts.
- •Cavalli has 8 straight quality starts this season.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Nationals ace Cade Cavalli is nibbling on the edge of Cy Young contention
"Cade Cavalli is blossoming into an ace before our eyes and has been one of the best pitchers in the NL this season
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