The Nationals have lost their last couple spring games, so they will look to get back in the win column against the Mets. More importantly, the Nats quiet bats will try to get things going before the season starts in 10 days. We also get to see the return of Jacob Young.
This is a bit of an unusual looking lineup for the Nats. Jacob Young will hit second in his return to the lineup. He usually hits at the bottom of the order, but the team wants him to get more at bats. Dylan Crews is back in left field, as he gets more exposure to that position. Luis Garcia Jr. is back at his natural second base position after a couple games at first. Zach Penrod will be the opener in this one, so we should see plenty of relievers tonight.
The Mets lineup is mostly made up of reserves, but there are a couple notable faces in there. Catcher Francisco Alvarez is the biggest name in the lineup. Nats fans will also get a look at the Mets top hitting prospect Carson Benge. David Peterson has been a mainstay in the Mets rotation for a few years now, and he will get the ball tonight.
Game Info:
Stadium: Clover Park
Time: 6:10 PM EST
TV: SNY/MLB TV
Radio: The Team 980
With the season just 10 days away, we are winding down Spring Training. It would be great for the Nats bats to show more life against a starter they will see plenty of this season. Hopefully the likes of James Wood and Dylan Crews can snap out of their malaise at the plate. Follow along down below and let’s go Nats!
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