Luis Garcia Jr. singled, doubled and drove in a run, Brad Lord pitched effectively into the sixth inning for his first major league win and the Washington Nationals avoided a three-game sweep with a 4-2 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies.

Luis Garcia Jr. singled, doubled and drove in a run and Brad Lord pitched effectively into the sixth inning for his first major league win.

The Washington Nationals will be without their manager for a key game against a division rival on Thursday night.

The Washington Nationals (13-18) and Philadelphia Phillies (17-13) wrap up their 3-game series Thursday. First pitch from Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia is set for 6:45 p.m. ET (MLB Network). Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's MLB odds around the Nationals vs.

Preview the April 30 matchup between the Philadelphia Phillies and Washington Nationals with odds over/under, game spread, betting lines and more.

The Washington Nationals have tried to improve what’s been a terrible bullpen by agreeing to terms on a $1 million contract for 2025 with Andrew Chafin and designating Colin Poche for assignment.

The Nationals on Thursday agreed to a $1 million contract with Andrew Chafin and designated Colin Poche for assignment.

He has signed veteran relief arm Andrew Chafin on a major league contract per sources. The 34 year old left hander has been a reliable middle reliever for many years. He has a 3.42 career ERA in over 600 appearances.