What happened: The Houston Astros take the field against the Washington Nationals for a regular-season contest. Washington enters the matchup on a one-game winning streak, while Houston looks to snap a single-game skid.
Why it matters: Houston holds a 45-48 record on the year, aiming to make a push in the standings. The Washington Nationals arrive at 47-45 overall after securing three victories over their previous five games.
By the numbers: The Nationals enter as 0. Washington averages 5.4 runs per game while yielding 5.3, whereas Houston produces 4.6 runs and surrenders 5.0 per contest.
What to watch: The clubs gear up for the opening pitch in the nation's capital.