Game result and context
Washington Nationals defeat Los Angeles Angels 6-5 in 2026 regular season matchup
The Washington Nationals secured a 6-5 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on September 13, 2026. Despite trailing early due to solo home runs from the Angels, the Nationals rallied with a four-run eighth inning to clinch the win.
Final result
The Washington Nationals defeated the Los Angeles Angels with a final score of 6-5. The game concluded after nine innings of play.
How the game changed
The Angels took an early lead behind solo home runs from Moisés Ballesteros in the fourth inning and Zach Neto in the fifth. The Nationals trailed for much of the contest until a decisive eighth inning, where they produced four runs to overtake the Angels. Although the Angels added a run in the top of the ninth, the Nationals held on to secure the one-run victory.
Key performances
For the Angels, Moisés Ballesteros finished with one hit, one home run, and two RBIs. Zach Neto also contributed a solo home run and scored two runs. Grayson Rodriguez pitched 5.1 innings, allowing two earned runs while striking out four.
The Nationals were led by Yohandy Morales, who recorded two hits and one RBI. Daylen Lile also added two hits and one RBI. Starting pitcher Jake Irvin worked 5.0 innings, striking out six batters and allowing three earned runs.
Season and playoff context
Following this game, the Washington Nationals hold a record of 70-81, placing them fourth in their division. They remain in contention for a wild-card spot, though they face a wild-card elimination number of 1. The Los Angeles Angels fall to 56-93 on the season, sitting in fifth place in their division with an elimination number of E.