Harry Ford set to debut for Washington Nationals in Sacramento
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 3:10 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Harry Ford is set to make his Washington Nationals debut on July 17 against an undetermined opponent in Sacramento. The call-up follows an injury to Drew Millas, allowing Ford’s promotion after improving performance in Triple-A. Ford struggled early this season but has shown recent improvement, posting a combined.817 OPS since May 1. His ability to draw walks and handle left-handed pitching has been highlighted, and he is expected to share time at catcher with Keibert Ruiz. Ford previously debuted in the MLB with Seattle in September 2025.
- •Harry Ford replaces injured Drew Millas for the Nationals.
- •Ford has improved his performance in Triple-A this season.
- •He is expected to split time with Keibert Ruiz.
- •Ford previously debuted in the MLB with Seattle in 2025.
- •This season, he has been effective against left-handed pitchers.
- 3:10 PMYahoo Sports — What to expect from Harry Ford as he debuts for the Washington Nationals
"With Drew Millas going down the Nats are promoting top catching prospect Harry Ford who has been solid since a bad start
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