Exciting Pitching Duel in Nationals vs. Dodgers Game

Dustin May is set to make his season’s first away start as the Dodgers kick off a three-game series against the Nationals on Monday night in Washington D.C. Once upon a time, forecasters envisioned a future 2025 showdown between Dustin May and Mackenzie Gore as a battle between top aces for the division-rival Padres and Dodgers. However, both young pitchers have faced their share of hurdles early in their careers. Gore, now playing for the Nationals, became a part of the first Juan Soto trade, while May continues with the Dodgers.

Gore will be pitching at home and comes off an impressive debut against the Phillies, where he fanned 13 batters over six innings. May also delivered a strong performance against the Braves, allowing just one unearned run across five innings. The Nationals enter this series fresh off a win against Corbin Burnes, while the Dodgers are reeling from their first series loss of the season.