Game Notes: The Toronto Blue Jays (72-60) vs. the Washington Nationals (61-71)

The Toronto Blue Jays (72-60) will host the Washington Nationals (61-71) for game 2 of a 3 game series

Game Information

• Matchup: Toronto Blue Jays (72-60) vs. Washington Nationals (61-71)

• Pitching Information: LHP Mackenzie Gore (6-10 4.38) | RHP Jose Berrios (9-9 3.55)

• Game Info: Tuesday, August 29, 2023 | 7:07 PM EST

• Location: Roger Center | Toronto, Canada

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Nationals Previous Games

The Nationals just fell to the Blue Jays 6-3 at the start of their 3-game series in Toronto. The Nationals are coming off series wins against the Marlins and the Yankees. Washington won both of those series 2-1 which would make them 4-3 in their last 7. Washington is looking to win the series and the next two games.

This would set Washington up to make a little postseason run, maybe. The Nationals are 8 games back from the Wild Card sport and with a series win, they could get up to 6 GB. This is not a guarantee but we have seen it before with the Nationals.

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Nationals Pitcher – Mackenzie Gore

Mackenzie Gore is having a promising year and showing his potential in the Nationals rotation. This year Gore is 6-10 in 25 games. Gore has thrown 127.1 Innings, 145 strikeouts, and a 1.37 WHIP. Gore has an ERA which equals 4.38.

The Blue Jays

The Blue Jays are 72-60 and 3rd in the AL East. They are currently fighting for a wild card spot in the AL. Toronto is currently 2.5 GB and is the first team out as of now. The Blue Jays have a star-studded lineup with Vladimir Guerro Jr., Bo Bichette, Matt Chapman, and tons more. The Blue Jays are in a huge part of their season where they need to win now and missing the playoffs is not an option that they can have.

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Blue Jays Lineup

1. George Springer CF

2. Davis Schneider 2B

3. Vladimr Guerro Jr 1B

4. Danny Jansen C

5. Whit Merrifield

6. Alejandro Kirk DH

7. Ernie Clement SS

8. Santiago Espinal 3B

9. Kevin Kiermier CF

Nationals Lineup

1. CJ Abrams SS

2. Lane Thomas RF

3. Joey Meneses DH

4. Keibert Ruiz C

5. Dominic Smith 1B

6. Carter Kieboom 3B

7. Jake Alu LF

8. Ildemaro Vargas 3B

9. Jacob Young CF

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