The Washington Nationals (43-86) will host the Oakland Athletics (49-81), Wednesday at 7:05 PM ET, with the Athletics on a three-game winning streak.
The Athletics are projected as a tight favorite (-116 moneyline odds) against the Nationals (-104). The Oakland Athletics will hand the ball to James Kaprielian (3-8, 4.88 ERA), who is looking for win No. 4 on the season, and the Nationals will turn to Anibal Sanchez (0-5, 5.72 ERA).
The Athletics beat the Nationals 10-6 yesterday, with Cole Irvin getting the win (5.1 IP, 5 R, 9 H, 6 K) and Sean Murphy leading the way offensively (going 3-for-5 with a home run and five RBI). Erick Fedde (2.2 IP, 6 R, 9 H, 4 K) took the loss for the Nationals.
Here’s what you need to get ready for Wednesday’s Athletics vs. Nationals contest, including viewing options.