Washington Nationals vs Arizona Diamondbacks Game Thread

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PHOENIX, ARIZONA - JUNE 06: Brad Lord #41 and Keibert Ruiz #20 of the Washington Nationals celebrate their team's 6-1 win against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field on June 06, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Sweeps have been hard to come by for the Nats in recent years. They only have one this season, and that was back in April against the Brewers. The boys have a chance for their second sweep of the season this afternoon against a D-Backs team they have beaten comfortably in the first two games.

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With a righty on the mound, Blake Butera is making some lineup adjustments. Luis Garcia Jr. is back in at first base to nobody’s surprise. James Wood is moving from DH to left field, trading places with Daylen Lile. Jose Tena will get the start at second base this afternoon. Cade Cavalli will look to lead his team to a sweep.

The Diamondbacks actually have the same nine players as yesterday. There are a couple tweaks in the actual order, but it is almost an identical lineup. The Snakes have been quiet, but Corbin Carroll and Ketel Marte are constant threats. Old pal Michael Soroka will be on the mound, and he is actually having a very good year in the desert. Soroka has a 3.49 ERA in 67 innings this season.

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Game Info:

Stadium: Chase Field

Time: 3:15 PM EST

TV: Peacock and NBCSN

Radio: 106.7 The Fan

Finishing off a sweep on a national broadcast would be a big statement for the Nats. It would show that they have the killer instinct and can truly finish a team off. The D-Backs will be desperate today, but if the Nats play like they have, this is a winnable game. Follow along in the comments down below and let’s go Nats!

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