Connelly Early set to debut for Washington Nationals against Mets
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 10:20 AM
Last updated Sep 26, 2026
Connelly Early will make his MLB debut for the Washington Nationals on Saturday against the New York Mets. Manager Blake Butera confirmed this will be Early's first appearance since he pitched four innings on June 30, prior to being sidelined with left elbow inflammation. Early was traded to the Nationals after recovering from injury, with the team showing patience throughout his rehabilitation process. His performance is looked at with optimism as the Nationals build toward the 2027 season, addressing previous struggles in their bullpen.
- •Connelly Early will pitch in game two of a three-game series.
- •He has a 7-5 record with a 3.44 ERA across 17 MLB appearances.
- •Early was traded to the Nationals after being on the injured list.
- •Blake Butera is looking to improve the Nationals' bullpen before 2027.
- 10:20 AMYahoo Sports — Connelly Early to Make Washington Nationals Debut on Saturday
"The Washington Nationals will showcase one of their newest additions on Saturday when Connelly Early makes his Nationals debut
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