Mets look to complete sweep against Nationals on August 16
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 4:40 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
The New York Mets face off against the Washington Nationals on August 16, 2026, aiming to secure a series sweep at Citi Field. In the previous game, the Mets won 5-4, highlighted by Francisco Lindor's ninth-inning single that drove in the winning run. The Mets are starting Christian Scott on the mound, while the Nationals counter with Jake Irvin. The game is set to begin at 1:40 PM EDT, with broadcasts available on SNY and Audacy.
- •Mets won the previous game 5-4 on August 15.
- •Francisco Lindor drove in the winning run in the last game.
- •Game time is 1:40 PM EDT at Citi Field.
- •Christian Scott is the starting pitcher for the Mets.
- •Jake Irvin starts for the Nationals.
- 4:40 PMYahoo Sports — Mets vs. Nationals: Lineups, broadcast info, and open thread, 8/16/26
"Mets hope to stay hot, secure sweep of Nationals.
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