Game Details
Philadelphia Phillies (69-52) vs. Washington Nationals (49-72)
Pitching Matchup: RHP Zack Wheeler (10-5, 2.68 ERA) vs LHP MacKenzie Gore (5-12, 4.09 ERA)
Date: Friday, August 15, 2025 | 6:45 p.m. EDT | Game: #121 | Home Game: #60
Location: Nationals Park | Washington, D.C.
Game storylines and notes
The Washington Nationals will play game two of their four-game series tonight against the Philadelphia Phillies at Nationals Park. The Nationals are scheduled to send LHP MacKenzie Gore (5-12, 4.09 ERA) to the mound and will face RHP Zack Wheeler (10-5, 2.68 ERA) from the Philadelphia Phillies.
Game Recap
LAST GAME RECAP
José Tena’s clutch hit and dominant relief from Ogasawara, Ferrer, and Henry lift the Nationals over the Phillies 3-2 for the first one-run win vs Philly since 2024.
Right-hander Brad Lord delivered another solid outing against a dangerous Phillies lineup, holding them to two runs over six innings while scattering seven hits, walking one, and striking out three. He threw 92 pitches — 60 for strikes — and faced 25 batters before handing the game to a flawless bullpen.
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