Washington Nationals vs Cincinnati Reds Game Thread

TL;DR

The Washington Nationals face the Cincinnati Reds today at 12:40 PM EST, aiming for a sweep after a recent comeback win. Foster Griffin will pitch for the Nats against Chase Burns, who has been performing well for the Reds.

Key points

Nationals aim for a sweep against the Reds
Foster Griffin starting for the Nationals
Chase Burns pitching for the Reds
Game time is 12:40 PM EST
Offensive performance has been strong in the series

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CINCINNATI, OHIO - MAY 13: Simon Mathews #53 of the Washington Nationals walks out to the mound to talk with Jake Irvin #27 of the Washington Nationals during the first inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on May 13, 2026 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) | Getty Images After a dramatic come from behind win, the Nats have a chance to sweep the Reds and get to .500 on the season. They will have to do it in an early afternoon game, which has been tough sledding for them the past few years. The Nats will also have to face a high octane arm in Chase Burns. With a righty on the mound, Blake Butera made some tweaks to his lineup. The red hot Luis Garcia Jr. is back in there at first base. Jorbit Vivas will make his first start of the series in the DH spot. With a day game after a night game, Drew Millas will also get his first start of the series, looking to redeem himself after the debacle in the Marlins game. Nats surprise ace Foster Griffin will take the mound with a chance to get his team to .500. With a lefty on the mound, this Reds lineup looks very different. It is a new look outfield, with in left, in center and in right. will move to first base and will be DH. Ke’Bryan Hayes will also be in the lineup. Backup catcher will get his first start of the series. Chase Burns has pitched like an ace and has electric stuff. He will be on the mound, and will look to stop the bleeding for the Reds.

Q&A

What time is the Washington Nationals vs Cincinnati Reds game today?

The game starts at 12:40 PM EST.

Who are the starting pitchers for the Nationals and Reds?

Foster Griffin will pitch for the Nationals, while Chase Burns will take the mound for the Reds.

What is the significance of this game for the Washington Nationals?

A win today would allow the Nationals to sweep the Reds and improve their record to .500.