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The Nationals head into their matchup against the Mets today fresh off a 4-4 tie with the Astros, where standout performances hinted at the potential of this young roster. Riley Cornelio, who has quickly risen through the ranks with a 3.28 ERA last season, may be one to watch as he sets his sights on contributing at the big league level. Today’s game in Fort St. Lucie is a critical test against a stacked Mets lineup, providing an opportunity for the Nats to shake off some recent sloppiness and refine their approach as they prepare for the regular season. Managing the newly introduced automated ball strike system will be crucial for their strategic development moving forward, but for now, the focus is on the field and what these young players can prove against tougher competition.

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3 standouts from the Nationals' 4-4 tie against the Astros on Friday night
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3 standouts from the Nationals' 4-4 tie against the Astros on Friday night
The Washington Nationals tied the Houston Astros on Friday night, but there were a few players who stood out among the rest in the team's performance.
 Why the Nationals should deploy ABS challenges strategically in 2026
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Why the Nationals should deploy ABS challenges strategically in 2026
This season, the automated ball strike system (ABS) is coming to Major League Baseball. Here is why the Washington Nationals must be strategic with their usage in 2026.
 Washington Nationals vs New York Mets Game Thread
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Washington Nationals vs New York Mets Game Thread
After a tie with the Astros last night, the Nats are back in action this afternoon against the Mets. They are headed to Fort St. Lucie to face a stacked Mets lineup. It will be a good test for this young Nats team who has shown some sloppiness in the last couple games this spring. […]
 Q&A: Riley Cornelio talks upbringing, jersey numbers, favorite food
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Q&A: Riley Cornelio talks upbringing, jersey numbers, favorite food
Right-hander Riley Cornelio quickly climbed through the Nationals’ farm system last season, rising from High-A to Double-A to Triple-A during his third year of pro ball. The 25-year-old went 6-7 with a 3.28 ERA in 26 starts, and earned the Nats Minor League Pitcher of the Year honors for his
 Mets' Tobias Myers 'felt under control' in first spring training start: 'Body felt great'
Yahoo Sports
Mets' Tobias Myers 'felt under control' in first spring training start: 'Body felt great'
The Mets' spring training plan of stretching Tobias Myers out as a starter continued on Saturday afternoon as the right-hander toed the rubber in the top of the first inning for the first time in camp against the Washington Nationals.
 MLB Scores: Nationals 3, Mets 2
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MLB Scores: Nationals 3, Mets 2
Tobias Myers impressed again, but bats fall short
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