What happened: The Washington Nationals travel to Oracle Park for a series against the San Francisco Giants, featured as a primary matchup on MLB Network. The contest marks James Wood's first appearance in San Francisco as the centerpiece of the Nationals' 2026 lineup.
Why it matters: At 34-33, Washington is fighting to maintain their standing in the NL East behind Wood's breakout season. San Francisco (27-40) counters with ace Logan Webb, who remains the anchor of a rotation looking to regain form as the midseason approaches.
By the numbers: James Wood: .265 AVG, 17 HR, 40 RBI, .404 OBP in 2026. Logan Webb: 3.88 ERA, 1.19 WHIP, 58 K in 67.1 IP.
What to watch: First pitch is scheduled for today on MLB Network.