Baseball is back, which means it is time for game threads. Here at Federal Baseball, we do game threads for every regular season game and will do some for Spring Training as well. It is a space for you guys to follow the games and comment your thoughts. Last year, we got hundreds of comments on some of these.
It is also a place where you can get some information on the game and where to watch. So let’s get right into it. The Nats will have two games this afternoon, both at 1:05 PM EST. However, only the game against the Astros will be televised.
That also happens to be the game where the Nats are fielding a stronger team. CJ Abrams, Dylan Crews, Keibert Ruiz and Abimelec Ortiz are among the players featuring in that contest. Jake Eder will be on the mound in that game. In the other game, notable players include Harry Ford, Matt Mervis and prospect Sam Petersen. Shinnosuke Ogasawara is on the mound in that contest.
Now let’s get to the opposition. The Astros will not be playing most of their veteran stars like Jose Altuve and Carlos Correa. However, some promising youngsters like Cam Smith and Brice Matthews will be playing in this contest. Colton Gordon will be on the mound for the Astros.
The Cardinals will be fielding a strong lineup this afternoon. Starters like Masyn Winn, Alec Burleson and Nolan Gorman will be playing. JJ Wetherholdt, their top prospect who should win a job out of camp, is also in the lineup. Matthew Liberatore, one of the Cardinals best pitchers will be on the mound.
Game Info:
Stadium: CACTI Ballpark of the Palm Beaches and Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium
Time: 1:05 PM EST
TV: Nationals.TV
Radio: WSH Audio
Baseball is officially here and we have two contests. While the Astros game is the only one on TV, you will be able to follow both on Statcast or the MLB App. Even if there are not big expectations for the season, it is awesome to have baseball back in our lives. Follow along in the comments and let’s go Nats!