Nationals host Phillies in key game as both teams vie for wild card
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 10:15 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
The Washington Nationals face the Philadelphia Phillies at Nationals Park on June 22, 2026, in a critical four-game series. The Nationals have a unique lineup, opting for a lefty opener with Foster Griffin on the mound. Bryce Harper of the Phillies is currently in strong form after hitting for the cycle recently. Both teams are in wild card contention, making this matchup significant as they aim to strengthen their playoff prospects. The game is set to start at 6:45 PM EST.
- •Nationals and Phillies play a four-game series starting tonight.
- •Luis García Jr. hits eighth for the Nationals; Curtis Mead bats second.
- •Bryce Harper is coming off a cycle performance.
- •Foster Griffin is the starting pitcher for the Nationals.
- •Game time is scheduled for 6:45 PM EST.
- 10:15 PMYahoo Sports — Washington Nationals vs Philadelphia Phillies Game Thread
"Follow along as the Nats kick off a monster four game set with the Phillies
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