Nationals and Tigers begin series with debuting pitchers in Detroit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 10:10 PM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026

The Washington Nationals face the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park on September 21, 2026. This marks the last road series of the season for the Nationals, who only have six games remaining. DJ Herz makes his season debut for the Nationals after a long absence, while River Ryan starts for the Tigers, also making his debut. Both teams are fielding lineups featuring a mix of right and left-handed hitters, adding intrigue to the matchup as it unfolds.
- •Nationals start their last road series of the season against the Tigers.
- •DJ Herz and River Ryan both make their season debuts on the mound.
- •Nationals have six games remaining in the regular season.
- •Riley Greene is the only lefty in the Tigers' lineup.
- 10:10 PMYahoo Sports — Washington Nationals vs Detroit Tigers Game Thread
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