The Washington Nationals (8-10) face the Pittsburgh Pirates (11-7) on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 12:35 PM ET on Regional Sports Network. Foster Griffin takes the mound against Braxton Ashcraft. Our model gives Pittsburgh Pirates a 71% edge.
Quick Facts
| Matchup | Washington Nationals at Pittsburgh Pirates |
| Date | Thursday, April 16, 2026 |
| First Pitch | 12:35 PM ET |
| Venue | PNC Park |
| TV | Check local listings / MLB.TV |
| Streaming | MLB.TV |
| Probable Pitchers | Foster Griffin vs Braxton Ashcraft |
Where to Watch WSH vs PIT
The Washington Nationals visit the Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday, April 16, 2026 with first pitch at 12:35 PM ET. The game will air on Regional Sports Network and can be streamed on MLB.TV.
Pitching Matchup
Foster Griffin takes the mound for the Washington Nationals against Braxton Ashcraft for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Matchup Analysis
The Washington Nationals (8-10) have a 29% win probability in our model.
The Pittsburgh Pirates (11-7) are given a 71% chance with home field advantage.
Head-to-Head
Season Series
PIT leads 2-1L 5-16 @ PIT (Apr 13)W 5-4 @ PIT (Apr 14)L 0-2 @ PIT (Apr 15)
Recent Form
Washington Nationals — Last 5 Games
3-2 · Streak: L1L 0-2 @ Pittsburgh PiratesApr 15
W 5-4 @ Pittsburgh PiratesApr 14
L 5-16 @ Pittsburgh PiratesApr 13
W 8-6 @ Milwaukee BrewersApr 12
W 3-1 @ Milwaukee BrewersApr 11
Pittsburgh Pirates — Last 5 Games
3-2 · Streak: W1W 2-0 vs Washington NationalsApr 15
L 4-5 vs Washington NationalsApr 14
W 16-5 vs Washington NationalsApr 13
L 6-7 @ Chicago CubsApr 12
W 4-3 @ Chicago CubsApr 11
See live scores: MLB Scores