Dodgers Vs. Nationals Game Preview: Road Trip Begins

After going just 3-6 on their homestand, the Los Angeles Dodgers begin a nine-game road trip with a matchup against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park. The Nationals took two of three from the Dodgers last week , which included a 6-4 win on Jackie Robinson Day. Washington enters at 10-11 and in fourth place in the National League East, whereas L.A. holds a half-game lead over the second-place San Diego Padres in the NL West behind a 13-11 record. The Dodgers enter the series just 5-4 against the Nationals since the beginning of 2023. James Paxton makes his fourth start of the season and looks to bounce back from an inconsistent outing against the Padres. The left-hander allowed three