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Braves Eye Sweep as Nationals Struggle Amid Rain Threat

9/18/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Atlanta Braves pursue a four-game sweep against the Washington Nationals after winning three consecutive games.
Pitcher Hurston Waldrep makes his first appearance against the Nationals since his MLB debut.
The Nationals have lost six of their last eight games.
Rookie pitcher Brad Lord aims to finish strong after recent performance improvements.
Game time is 4:05 PM EDT at Nationals Park, with possible rain.

History

Historical Context

The Atlanta Braves won their first World Series in 1995 after relocating to Atlanta in 1966, achieving 90 wins that season. In 2019, the Washington Nationals, who became the franchise's first champions since 1924, upset the Houston Astros in the World Series. The Braves' current pursuit of a sweep against the Nationals highlights their competitive legacy in Major League Baseball.

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Story summary

The Atlanta Braves pursue a four-game sweep against the Washington Nationals after winning three consecutive games.
Pitcher Hurston Waldrep makes his first appearance against the Nationals since his MLB debut.
The Nationals have lost six of their last eight games.
Rookie pitcher Brad Lord aims to finish strong after recent performance improvements.
Game time is 4:05 PM EDT at Nationals Park, with possible rain.

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