Washington Nationals face San Diego Padres in three-game road series

The Washington Nationals open a three-game series against the San Diego Padres in California starting Monday. Washington enters the trip following a three-game sweep by the Los Angeles Dodgers, extending their losing streak to four games. With the team sitting 11 games below.500, the upcoming stretch focuses on player evaluation for the 2027 roster. San Diego remains in contention for a playoff spot, trailing in the Wild Card race by half a game. Jake Irvin is scheduled to start for Washington in the series opener against Nick Pivetta. The following two games feature undecided starting pitchers for both clubs as Washington attempts to stabilize its struggling bullpen and offense.

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