Washington Nationals vs Minnesota Twins Game Thread

TL;DR

The Washington Nationals face the Minnesota Twins at Nationals Park, aiming to improve their poor home record of 4-12. Cade Cavalli will pitch for the Nats, while the Twins feature Byron Buxton and Josh Bell in their lineup.

Key points

Nationals Park is the venue for the game
Cade Cavalli has struck out 10 in back-to-back starts
Twins feature Byron Buxton and Josh Bell in their lineup

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WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 03: Richard Lovelady #55 of the Washington Nationals celebrates after a 3-2 victory against the Milwaukee Brewers at Nationals Park on May 03, 2026 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Nats have a bad home record at 4-12. However, part of that is due to the teams they have played. They have already faced the Dodgers, Braves and Brewers at Nats Park. Now, they will get a lighter touch against the Twins. They need to take advantage of this and boost their home record. With Luis Garcia Jr. nursing a wrist injury, Curtis Mead will be at first base against a righty. Daylen Lile will hit second, with Blake Butera looking to get his left fielder going. Jorbit Vivas will get the nod at third base over Brady House. Keibert Ruiz will be behind the plate after showing some signs of life with the bat in the Brewers series. has struck out 10 in back to back starts, and he gets the ball tonight. The Twins lineup is headlined by their leadoff hitter . We will also get to see fan favorite back at Nationals Park. I am sure he will get a nice little ovation. Catcher has been one of the Twins hottest hitters lately and he will hit third. is finally translating his excellent stuff into results this year, and will be a tough pitcher for this Nats lineup to crack. **Game Info:** Stadium: Nationals Park Time: 6:45 PM EST TV: Radio: 106.7 The Fan This series is an opportunity for the Nats to build momentum, but it is also a potential land mine. The Twins are going to view this as a get right series as well. This is a matchup of two evenly matched teams and I am excited to see it. Follow along in the comments down below and let’s go Nats.

Q&A

What time does the Washington Nationals vs Minnesota Twins game start?

The game starts at 6:45 PM EST.

Who is pitching for the Washington Nationals against the Twins?

Cade Cavalli will be the starting pitcher for the Nationals.

What is the Washington Nationals' home record this season?

The Nationals currently have a home record of 4-12.