Washington Nationals vs Oakland Athletics Preview
Team Season Comparison
2025 season record: Washington Nationals 66-96 (.407), Oakland Athletics 76-86 (.469).
Oakland Athletics holds the edge in the season standings, though Washington Nationals can't be counted out based on head-to-head matchups.
Run differential: Washington Nationals -212, Oakland Athletics -84. Both clubs are evenly matched in run production.
Recent form: Washington Nationals on a 1-game losing streak, Oakland Athletics on a 2-game losing streak.
Bullpen Analysis
Washington Nationals bullpen: 12 relievers on the active roster. Key arms: Andrew Alvarez 2.31 ERA, 20K in 23.1IP, Cade Cavalli 4.25 ERA, 40K in 48.2IP, Carson Palmquist 8.91 ERA, 27K in 34.1IP.
Oakland Athletics bullpen: 13 relievers on the active roster. Key arms: Brady Basso 2.31 ERA, 8K in 11.2IP, Elvis Alvarado 3.19 ERA, 50K in 42.1IP.