Toronto Blue Jays vs Washington Nationals
07. 28. 18:45 · 내셔널스 파크
Away Shane Bieber vs Home Cade Cavalli
| Line score | R | H | E |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto Blue Jays | |||
| Washington Nationals |
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Predicted winnerWashington Nationals
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Projected scoreToronto Blue Jays 3 : 5 Washington Nationals
Key factors
- Washington Nationals' starting pitcher Cade Cavalli (3.58 ERA, 7-4) has been more consistent this season compared to Toronto's starter Shane Bieber (4.70 ERA, 2-1).
- The Nationals' offense is red-hot, boasting a .299 batting average, .553 slugging percentage, and 19 home runs over their last 10 games, while the Blue Jays' offense ranks 29th in MLB with a .682 OPS.
- The Nationals hold a winning record at home (54-53) and will be seeking revenge after a narrow 3-2 loss to the Blue Jays yesterday.
- Despite the Blue Jays' 3-2 victory yesterday, the last five head-to-head matchups, including the 2025 season, have all been decided by three runs or less, indicating closely contested games.
- Shane Bieber has shown improved form in his last three starts, allowing only one earned run in 13 innings since returning from injury, but he has only made six starts this season overall.
Briefing
Today, the Washington Nationals will seek redemption against the Toronto Blue Jays at Nationals Park. The Nationals currently hold a 54-53 record this season, having narrowly lost to the Blue Jays 3-2 yesterday. The Blue Jays, on the other hand, are struggling with a 49-58 record. On the mound, the Nationals will send Cade Cavalli (7-4, 3.58 ERA, 1.292 WHIP) to face the Blue Jays' Shane Bieber (2-1, 4.70 ERA, 1.43 WHIP). Cavalli has been a stable presence over his 22 starts this season, most recently delivering a strong six scoreless innings against the Colorado Rockies. Bieber, while still regaining full form after returning from injury, has shown promising signs in his last three outings, allowing just one earned run over 13 innings, making him a pitcher to watch.
Offensively, the Nationals have been red-hot, boasting a .299 team batting average, .553 slugging percentage, and 19 home runs over their last 10 games, averaging 10.7 hits per contest. Key hitters like C.J. Abrams and Andres Chaparro are in excellent form. Conversely, the Blue Jays' offense has been one of the weakest in MLB this season, ranking 29th in OPS (.682) and 28th in wRC+ (91). Both bullpens have posted ERAs in the mid-4s over their last 10 games, emphasizing the importance of a deep start from both pitchers. Considering the overall team strength and recent performance trends, the Nationals are favored to win at home.