The Washington Nationals (15-15) will host the Toronto Blue Jays (15-17), Friday at 6:45 PM ET, in the first of a three-game series.
The Nationals are an underdog (+120 moneyline odds) when they host the Blue Jays (-140). The matchup on the mound for this contest is set with the Toronto Blue Jays looking to Yusei Kikuchi (2-2), and Patrick Corbin (0-3) answering the bell for the Washington Nationals.
The Blue Jays lost 6-1 against the Royals Friday, with Chris Bassitt getting credited with the loss. He threw six innings, giving up three earned runs on four hits while striking out four. Danny Jansen went 1-for-4 with a home run and an RBI to lead the Blue Jays offensively.