Chase Burns starts for Reds against Nationals on Saturday evening
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 8:53 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Chase Burns is set to pitch for the Cincinnati Reds against the Washington Nationals on Saturday at 6:45 PM ET. The Reds, aiming to even the series, face pressure for postseason contention, particularly with Hunter Greene out for the season. Burns has already reached 118.2 innings pitched this year and may hit an innings limit soon. He will oppose left-hander Andrew Alvarez, and both teams have adjusted their lineups accordingly for the matchup.
- •Reds face Nationals on Saturday at 6:45 PM ET.
- •Chase Burns has pitched 118.2 innings this season.
- •Hunter Greene is out for the remainder of the season.
- •Burns faces lefty Andrew Alvarez in the matchup.
- •Both teams adjusted their lineups for the game.
- 8:53 PMYahoo Sports — Chase Burns leads the Reds against Nationals on Saturday
"The Reds look to level the series in Washington.
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