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Nationals prepare for weekend series against Mariners post-trade

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 10:05 AM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Nationals prepare for weekend series against Mariners post-trade

Summary

The Washington Nationals are set to face the Seattle Mariners this weekend, marking their first meeting since a notable offseason trade. The Nationals traded closer Jose Ferrer to Seattle, acquiring catcher Harry Ford and another prospect. Ford has struggled at the plate, batting.203 this season while Ferrer has performed well, sharing closing duties for the Mariners. Nationals aim to improve their home record of 12-20 this season as they enter the series fresh off a 4-2 road trip despite an eight-run loss to the Giants.

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•Nationals face Mariners for first time this season
•Jose Ferrer traded to Mariners; Harry Ford comes to Nationals
•Ford bats.203; Ferrer records 3 saves for Seattle
•Nationals aim to improve home record; currently 12-20
•Nationals fresh off 4-2 road trip despite recent loss

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10:05 AMYahoo Sports — Analyzing Seattle, Washington Offseason Trade Ahead of Series

What they're saying

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The Washington Nationals will look to bounce back when they face the Seattle Mariners this weekend, but it also marks the first meeting since the offseason trade
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