Nats Deploy Bullpen Game vs Reds' Singer
Washington will not send a traditional starter to the mound, opting for a bullpen game fronted by RHP Lord against Cincinnati.
The Nationals are using a bullpen game format for their matchup against the Reds, with RHP Lord serving as the opener or bulk-inning arm. Cincinnati counters with RHP Brady Singer. The game is scheduled for 12:15 ET and will air on Peacock, NBCSN, and 106.7 FM. A bullpen game signals Washington lacks or is resting a traditional starter for this slot.
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