Impact He is hitting .143 with zero extra-base hits, zero walks and two strikeouts in three games since making his debut for the Nationals. Riley Adams will start behind the dish and bat sixth.
SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
WASHINGTON NATIONALS 71-91 · 4TH IN NL EAST
71-91 · 4TH IN NL EAST
Keibert Ruiz - Out of Friday's lineup Ruiz is not in Friday's lineup against the Mets.
Nationals release Starlin Castro, a long-expected move after MLB suspension Third baseman Starlin Castro has not been with the team since being placed on administrative leave in mid-July.
SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM
Nolin expected to start for the Nationals against the Mets
The Nationals will roll out Sean Nolin to the mound Friday and the Mets will give Rich Hill the startSEPTEMBER 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Fantasy baseball adds & drops: Keibert Ruiz headlines a thin class of notable September call-ups Scott Engel points out the intriguing recent call-ups, like Keibert Ruiz, who could help fantasy GMs during the final month of the season.
SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Nationals lose six-run lead, get swept by Phillies Andrew McCutchen drove in four runs and the Philadelphia Phillies erased a six-run deficit against the Washington Nationals to earn a 7-6 vi...
SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM
Mets claim 3-time All-Star reliever Brad Hand from Blue Jays
Looking to bolster their bullpen for a late-season playoff push, the New York Mets have claimed reliever Brad Hand off waivers from the Toronto Blue JaysSEPTEMBER 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Andrew McCutchen digs Phillies out of six-run hole in 7-6 win over Nationals The Phillies were 12 outs Thursday from boarding a flight to Miami and starting the season’s final month with an underwhelming afternoon in...
SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Nationals blow six-run lead, get swept by Phillies at home The Nationals drop their fifth straight despite a strong start from Paolo Espino and three hits -- including a two-run home run -- from Juan...
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM
Phillies rally past Nationals for 6th straight win Andrew McCutchen drove in four runs and the Philadelphia Phillies erased a six-run deficit against the Washington Nationals to earn a 7-6 vi...
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • MCALL.COM
Juan Soto - Homers, swipes bag Thursday Soto went 3-for-4 with a two-run home run, two additional RBI, a walk and a stolen base during Thursday's loss to the Phillies.
Impact Soto took Aaron Nola deep with a 410-foot shot in the third inning, and the 22-year-old slugger has now hit safely across the last five games with two long balls and a pair of stolen bases in that span. Overall this season, he's mashing .302/.446/.517 with 23 homers and eight swiped bags.
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Lane Thomas - Cranks first homer Thomas went 2-for-5 with a solo home run and another run scored during Thursday's loss to the Phillies.
Impact Thomas swatted his first long ball of the season by taking Aaron Nola deep in the first inning. With Victor Robles being sent down, Thomas is hitting in the leadoff spot for the Nationals. Since joining his new club at the trade deadline, Thomas has found much more success with a .314/.407/.510 slash line across 15 games.
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Paolo Espino - Fans five in no-decision Espino did not factor into the decision Thursday after holding the Philles to two runs on four hits and one walk while striking out five over 5.1 innings.
Impact Espino kept the Phillies guessing Thursday while tying a season-high of 5.1 innings. The right-hander exited the game poised for a win that was eventually erased by the bullpen. Espino's command has been locked in as of late, tallying 18 strikeouts and just two walks over his last three starts. The 34-year-old will look to continue his success during his next projected start Tuesday in Atlanta.
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Phillies rally past Nationals 7-6, complete series sweep
Andrew McCutchen drove in four runs and the Philadelphia Phillies erased a six-run deficit against the Washington Nationals to earn a 7-6 victory and a three-game sweepSEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Juan Soto mashes a monster HR against the Phillies Juan Soto is one of the most exciting, talented youngersters in all of Major League Baeball. There's simply no denying that. Soto has the po...
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • 12UP.COM
Juan Soto, Vlad Guerrero Jr. lead this season's .300/.400/.500 candidates
With the .300/.400/.500 slash line becoming rare, Jordan Shusterman looks at which hitters might get there this season.SEPTEMBER 2, 2021
Nationals' Bob Boone is the latest to pick 'principle' over science and safety Sports teams putting in vaccine mandates is the way to go
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • DEADSPIN.COM
Paolo Espino - Officially starting Thursday Espino is starting Thursday's game against the Phillies.
Impact Espino was initially slated to start Wednesday's game before it was postponed, and he'll simply be pushed back a day to start in the series finale against Philadelphia. The right-hander made five appearances in August and posted a 7.45 ERA and 1.55 WHIP in 19.1 innings during that time.
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Alcides Escobar - Returns to lineup Escobar (knee) is starting Thursday's game against the Phillies.
Impact Escobar missed Tuesday's game after he fouled a ball off his left knee Monday, but he'll be back in action following a one-game absence. Across his last five appearances, the 34-year-old has gone 8-for-18 with a double, two runs, an RBI and a stolen base.
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Phillies-Nationals MLB 2021 live stream 2021 baseball season enters final month
SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 • AL.COM
AP Source: Nats VP Bob Boone resigning over vaccine mandate
A person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press that Washington Nationals Vice President Bob Boone has informed the club he's resigning rather than comply with...SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Ranking all 30 MLB teams by their relevance in the month of September
When it comes to September baseball, some teams matter more than others. Jake Mintz ranks them from No. 1 to No. 30.SEPTEMBER 1, 2021
All the MLB series to watch in September — for good and for bad
September brings a host of matchups worth watching, whether for playoff spots or draft picks. Jordan Shusterman breaks it down.SEPTEMBER 1, 2021
Alex Avila - Reinstated from injured list Avila (calves) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list Wednesday, Jesse Dougherty of The Washington Post reports.
Impact Avila missed nearly two months due to bilateral calf strains, but he recently made a rehab appearance in the rookie-level Florida Complex League and went 0-for-3 with a strikeout. The 34-year-old will likely serve as a backup catcher after Keibert Ruiz was recalled from Triple-A Rochester on Monday.
SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
On the road again: SNY announcers will travel to Mets-Nats SNY’s announcers will hit the road this weekend for the first time in two years to call the Mets’ five-game series against the Nationals in...
SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 • NEWSDAY.COM
Phillies-Nationals rained out; makeup scheduled for Thursday
The Philadelphia Phillies’ game at the Washington Nationals has been postponed by rain as the remnants of Hurricane Ida pass through the Mid-AtlanticSEPTEMBER 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
