Dodgers vs Washington Nationals Match Player Stats

The dodgers vs washington nationals match player stats provide a useful way to understand the matchup beyond the final win-loss record. The scheduled Game 4 between the Washington Nationals and Los Angeles Dodgers is set for September 5, 2026, at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. Based on the supplied data, the Dodgers enter the matchup with a 69-47 record and a 33-23 home record, while the Nationals are 57-61 overall and 33-27 on the road. The Dodgers also lead the regular-season series 3-0, while ESPN’s matchup predictor gives Los Angeles a 65.6% probability compared with 34.4% for Washington.

The most useful part of this matchup is that the teams have very different statistical profiles. Washington has produced more total runs and home runs in the supplied season figures, but Los Angeles has a much stronger pitching profile. The Nationals have a .250 team batting average, 623 runs and 168 home runs, compared with the Dodgers’ .262 average, 584 runs and 149 home runs. However, the Dodgers own a 3.74 ERA and 1.16 WHIP, while Washington has a 4.78 ERA and 1.40 WHIP.

That difference creates an important statistical question. Can Washington’s stronger run and home run totals overcome the Dodgers’ advantages in batting average, run prevention, on-base percentage and WHIP?

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Dodgers vs Washington Nationals Match Player Stats: Key Numbers

The supplied figures show a matchup between two teams with different strengths.

Category	Washington Nationals	Los Angeles Dodgers
Record	57-61	69-47
Home/Road Record	33-27 Away	33-23 Home
Batting Average	.250	.262
Runs	623	584
Hits	1,004	1,017
Home Runs	168	149
OBP	.327	.339
SLG	.439	.432
ERA	4.78	3.74
WHIP	1.40	1.16
Walks	411	350
Strikeouts	879	1,025
Opponent Batting Average	.261	.219

One of the first things that stands out is the difference between offensive volume and offensive efficiency.

Washington has scored 623 runs, which is 39 more than Los Angeles in the supplied numbers. The Nationals have also hit 168 home runs, 19 more than the Dodgers. Yet Los Angeles has a higher batting average, higher OBP and more hits.

That combination suggests that the raw home run and run totals do not tell the entire story.

The Dodgers have collected 1,017 hits compared with 1,004 for Washington despite having fewer runs and home runs. Their .262 batting average is also 12 points higher. Their .339 OBP is 12 points above Washington’s .327 mark.

The biggest difference, however, is on the pitching side.

A 3.74 team ERA compared with 4.78 represents a substantial gap. The Dodgers also have a 1.16 WHIP compared with Washington’s 1.40. Most importantly, opposing hitters are batting .219 against Los Angeles, while Washington’s opponents are batting .261.

Those numbers help explain why the Dodgers have the stronger overall record despite Washington’s greater run and home run totals.

Washington Nationals Player Statistics

The Nationals’ individual numbers reveal several important offensive contributors.

James Wood

James Wood is listed as Washington’s home run leader with 30 home runs. He has a .265 batting average and 73 RBIs in the supplied data.

Those numbers make Wood one of the most important offensive names in this matchup. His 30 home runs represent the highest home run total among the listed Nationals leaders, while his 73 RBIs show his ability to contribute directly to scoring opportunities.

However, the supplied injury report lists Wood as a right fielder on the 10-day injured list, with an estimated return of August 14.

That status matters when interpreting the September 5 matchup. The supplied data gives an estimated return date that is well before the scheduled game, but an estimated return should not automatically be treated as confirmation that a player will be active on game day.

For that reason, Wood’s season numbers are relevant to the matchup analysis, while his actual availability for September 5 should be checked closer to the game.

CJ Abrams

CJ Abrams is Washington’s leading listed batting-average performer at .287. He also has a .361 OBP and .548 SLG.

Those three numbers provide a more complete picture than batting average alone.

A .287 average shows consistent hitting production. His .361 OBP indicates that he reaches base more often than his batting average alone would suggest, while the .548 SLG shows significant extra-base power.

Abrams is also listed as the Nationals’ RBI leader with 88.

That combination makes him particularly important to Washington’s offensive structure. He is not simply a high-average hitter. The supplied statistics indicate that he combines average, reaching base and power with substantial run-producing output.

Against a Dodgers pitching staff that has held opponents to a .219 batting average, Abrams could represent one of Washington’s most important statistical advantages.

Washington’s Offensive Profile

Washington’s team numbers show an offense capable of producing power.

The Nationals have:

623 runs
1,004 hits
168 home runs
A .250 batting average
A .327 OBP
A .439 SLG
411 walks
879 strikeouts

The 168 home runs are particularly notable because they exceed the Dodgers’ 149.

Washington also has 623 runs compared with Los Angeles’ 584. That means the Nationals have generated more total runs in the supplied season data despite having a lower batting average and OBP.

This is a useful reminder that individual and team statistics need context. A team can have fewer hits per batting opportunity but still create substantial scoring through power and other offensive events.

Los Angeles Dodgers Player Statistics

The Dodgers’ leading individual figures feature several established offensive contributors.

Shohei Ohtani

Shohei Ohtani is listed as the Dodgers’ home run leader with 26 home runs, a .296 batting average and 70 RBIs.

His .296 average places him among the Dodgers’ strongest listed hitters, while his 26 home runs provide significant power.

The 70 RBIs also demonstrate his role as a major run-producing hitter.

Interestingly, Ohtani’s 26 home runs are four fewer than James Wood’s 30. That means the home run leader comparison favors Washington based on the supplied figures.

However, Ohtani’s .296 batting average is higher than Wood’s .265. That distinction illustrates why player evaluation should not depend on one category.

A hitter’s value in a specific matchup can be influenced by batting average, OBP, slugging, home run production and run creation rather than a single statistic.

Freddie Freeman

Freddie Freeman leads the listed Dodgers batting-average category with a .307 average.

He also has a .381 OBP and .480 SLG.

His .307 average is the highest among the listed individual batting leaders from either team. His .381 OBP is also above CJ Abrams’ .361 mark.

Freeman’s statistical profile is therefore different from the most obvious power comparison between Wood and Ohtani.

While Washington has the higher listed home run leader, Los Angeles has the higher listed batting-average and OBP leader.

That contrast is one of the central themes of this matchup.

Andy Pages

Andy Pages is listed as the Dodgers’ RBI leader with 75 RBIs. He also has 19 home runs and a .268 batting average.

His RBI total is two higher than James Wood’s 73 and seven lower than CJ Abrams’ 88.

Pages’ numbers are useful because they show that the Dodgers’ offensive production is not concentrated around one category. He has meaningful power and run-producing numbers while maintaining a batting average above the Dodgers’ team average.

Comparing the Main Offensive Leaders

The individual statistics can be summarized as follows:

Player	Team	AVG	HR	RBI	OBP	SLG
James Wood	Nationals	.265	30	73	Not supplied	Not supplied
CJ Abrams	Nationals	.287	Not supplied	88	.361	.548
Shohei Ohtani	Dodgers	.296	26	70	Not supplied	Not supplied
Freddie Freeman	Dodgers	.307	Not supplied	Not supplied	.381	.480
Andy Pages	Dodgers	.268	19	75	Not supplied	Not supplied

This comparison highlights why the matchup cannot be reduced to one headline statistic.

Wood has the most home runs among these listed leaders. Abrams has the highest RBI total and a .548 SLG. Ohtani has 26 home runs, a .296 average and 70 RBIs. Freeman has the highest listed batting average and OBP. Pages leads the Dodgers in RBIs.

Each player brings a different statistical strength.

The Pitching Difference Could Define the Game

If the supplied team statistics are used as the foundation for analysis, pitching is the clearest difference between the Nationals and Dodgers.

Washington’s team ERA is 4.78.

Los Angeles’ team ERA is 3.74.

That is a 1.04-run difference in ERA.

The Dodgers also have a WHIP of 1.16 compared with Washington’s 1.40.

WHIP measures walks and hits allowed per inning pitched. While it does not explain every aspect of pitching performance, the difference here supports the broader conclusion that Los Angeles has been considerably more effective at limiting baserunners.

The opponent batting average numbers reinforce that conclusion.

Washington’s opponents are hitting .261.

Los Angeles’ opponents are hitting .219.

That 42-point difference is substantial.

For Washington to succeed against Los Angeles, its offense may need to take advantage of the opportunities it creates. The Nationals’ higher home run total gives them one potential route to doing so.

Dodgers Pitching and Strikeout Numbers

The Dodgers have recorded 1,025 strikeouts in the supplied team statistics.

Washington has 879.

That gives Los Angeles 146 more strikeouts.

The higher strikeout total works alongside the Dodgers’ lower opponent batting average and lower WHIP to show a pitching staff that has been more effective at controlling opposing offenses.

The Dodgers’ 350 walks allowed are also lower than Washington’s 411.

That matters because limiting walks can reduce free baserunners and force opposing hitters to earn their opportunities.

Taken together, the Dodgers’ pitching profile is one of the strongest statistical reasons they enter this matchup as the favored team.

Washington Nationals Pitching Challenges

Washington’s 4.78 ERA and 1.40 WHIP suggest a more difficult path against a Dodgers lineup that owns a .262 team batting average and .339 OBP.

The challenge becomes even more important when considering Los Angeles’ 1,017 hits.

The Dodgers do not need to rely exclusively on home runs to create offense. Their higher batting average and hit total suggest that they can produce through consistent contact as well.

Washington’s pitching staff therefore faces two different offensive threats.

First, there is the possibility of sustained baserunner production through hits and walks.

Second, there is the possibility of damage from the Dodgers’ power hitters.

The Dodgers have fewer home runs than Washington in the supplied numbers, but their overall contact profile remains stronger.

Dodgers vs Washington Nationals Match Player Stats and Recent Form

Recent results provide another layer of context.

The Nationals’ five supplied recent games are:

August 8: Won 5-3 vs Cincinnati Reds
August 7: Lost 7-3 at Philadelphia Phillies
August 6: Won 10-4 in 11 innings at Philadelphia Phillies
August 5: Lost 5-0 at Philadelphia Phillies
August 4: Lost 6-3 at Philadelphia Phillies

Washington went 2-3 across those five games.

The Dodgers’ supplied recent results are:

August 8: Lost 4-3 at Arizona Diamondbacks
August 5: Lost 7-6 at Chicago Cubs
August 5: Lost 5-1 at Chicago Cubs
August 4: Lost 10-5 at Chicago Cubs
August 3: Lost 8-4 vs Boston Red Sox

Los Angeles went 0-5 across those five listed results.

That is a striking recent-form contrast.

The Dodgers have the stronger season record, better pitching numbers and the advantage in the season series. But the recent results supplied for this analysis show Los Angeles entering a period of poor short-term form.

Washington has also struggled, but its 2-3 record across the listed games is notably better than Los Angeles’ 0-5.

This distinction is important because season-long performance and recent form answer different questions.

Season statistics tell us what the teams have generally done.

Recent results show what has happened immediately before the matchup.

Neither should be ignored.

What the 3-0 Series Lead Means

The Dodgers have won all three previous games in the regular-season series according to the supplied information.

That gives Los Angeles a 3-0 series advantage entering Game 4.

The series record is relevant, but it should not be treated as proof that the next game will produce the same result.

Baseball is highly sensitive to pitching matchups, lineup availability and individual game events. A previous result can provide context, but it does not guarantee the outcome of a future game.

For this matchup, the more useful observation is that Los Angeles has already demonstrated an ability to handle Washington during the current regular-season series.

Washington will therefore be attempting to change the statistical pattern established by the first three games.

Injury Report and Player Availability

The supplied injury information includes several players from both teams.

Washington Nationals Injuries

The listed Nationals players are:

James Wood, RF, 10-day IL, estimated return August 14
Drew Millas, C, 10-day IL, estimated return August 14
Josiah Gray, SP, 60-day IL, estimated return August 27
Richard Lovelady, RP, 60-day IL, estimated return August 28
DJ Herz, SP, 60-day IL, estimated return August 31

Because the scheduled matchup is September 5, each listed estimated return date occurs before the game.

However, an estimated return date is not the same as a confirmed active roster status for September 5. Player availability should therefore be interpreted carefully.

Wood is particularly important because he is Washington’s listed home run leader.

Los Angeles Dodgers Injuries

The supplied Dodgers injury report lists:

Blake Snell, SP, 60-day IL, estimated return August 11
Brock Stewart, RP, 15-day IL, estimated return August 15
Blake Treinen, RP, 15-day IL, estimated return August 15
Jake Cousins, RP, 60-day IL, estimated return August 15
Will Klein, RP, 15-day IL, estimated return August 16

Again, all of the listed estimated return dates are before September 5.

The key point is that the injury report adds uncertainty to player availability. Season statistics remain useful, but a final evaluation should distinguish between statistical production and confirmed game-day participation.

Why Batting Average Alone Is Not Enough

One of the most common mistakes when reading player statistics is focusing on batting average without considering other offensive measurements.

Consider the supplied figures for CJ Abrams and Freddie Freeman.

Abrams has:

.287 AVG
.361 OBP
.548 SLG
88 RBI

Freeman has:

.307 AVG
.381 OBP
.480 SLG

Freeman has the higher batting average and OBP, while Abrams has the higher slugging percentage and RBI total among the supplied figures.

This tells us that the players contribute in different ways.

A higher batting average can indicate stronger hit production, but slugging percentage gives additional information about extra-base impact. OBP provides another perspective by measuring how frequently a hitter reaches base.

This is why a meaningful player-stat analysis should use several measurements together.

Why the Home Run Comparison Is Interesting

Washington leads the Dodgers 168-149 in team home runs.

James Wood leads the supplied Nationals player group with 30 home runs.

Shohei Ohtani leads the Dodgers with 26.

That gives Washington an advantage in both team home runs and the listed individual home run leader.

Yet the Dodgers have the better record.

This is a valuable example of why baseball outcomes are not determined by home run totals alone.

Los Angeles has produced more hits, a higher batting average and a higher OBP. More importantly, its pitching numbers are significantly better.

The Dodgers have allowed opponents to hit only .219, while Washington’s opponents are hitting .261.

In practical terms, Washington’s power can create quick scoring opportunities, but Los Angeles’ overall statistical balance gives it several different ways to win.

The Role of On-Base Percentage

OBP is particularly useful when comparing these teams because the Dodgers lead .339 to .327.

That 12-point advantage may appear small at first glance, but it reinforces the Dodgers’ broader offensive profile.

Los Angeles has more hits and a higher batting average, and it also reaches base at a higher rate according to the supplied data.

Washington, meanwhile, has more runs and home runs.

The difference suggests that the Nationals may be more dependent on converting power opportunities into runs, while the Dodgers have produced a more balanced combination of contact and baserunner creation.

What to Watch During the Matchup

Several statistical areas deserve attention when Game 4 is played.

1. Washington’s Power Production

The Nationals’ 168 home runs are higher than Los Angeles’ 149.

If Washington can turn that power advantage into early runs, it can put pressure on a Dodgers team that has recently lost five straight games in the supplied results.

2. Dodgers Contact Hitting

Los Angeles has 1,017 hits and a .262 batting average.

That means the Dodgers have a strong contact profile even without leading Washington in home runs.

3. The Pitching Battle

The 3.74 versus 4.78 ERA difference is difficult to overlook.

Los Angeles also leads in WHIP and opponent batting average.

4. CJ Abrams’ Production

Abrams’ .287 average, .361 OBP, .548 SLG and 88 RBIs make him one of Washington’s most statistically complete offensive players in the supplied data.

5. Freddie Freeman’s Consistency

Freeman’s .307 batting average and .381 OBP make him one of Los Angeles’ most important listed offensive performers.

6. Ohtani’s Power

Ohtani’s 26 home runs, .296 average and 70 RBIs make him another central offensive player to monitor.

How the Teams Compare Statistically

The broader comparison looks like this:

Washington’s advantages

More runs, 623 to 584
More home runs, 168 to 149
More walks, 411 to 350
James Wood leads the supplied player group with 30 home runs
CJ Abrams leads the listed Nationals players with 88 RBIs
Washington has a 33-27 road record

Los Angeles’ advantages

Better overall record, 69-47
Higher batting average, .262 to .250
More hits, 1,017 to 1,004
Higher OBP, .339 to .327
Lower ERA, 3.74 to 4.78
Lower WHIP, 1.16 to 1.40
Lower opponent batting average, .219 to .261
More strikeouts, 1,025 to 879
Better home record, 33-23
3-0 lead in the regular-season series

This comparison makes the matchup more nuanced than a simple first-place versus lower-record scenario.

Washington has genuine offensive strengths.

Los Angeles has stronger overall balance.

What the Records Say About the Matchup

Washington’s 57-61 record puts the Nationals below .500 in the supplied standings.

The Dodgers are 69-47, giving them a much stronger winning percentage.

The Dodgers’ .595 winning percentage is also close to the Atlanta Braves’ .603 figure in the supplied National League standings.

Washington, meanwhile, sits behind Philadelphia and Miami in the listed NL East standings.

The Dodgers lead the NL West, with Arizona at 62-55, San Diego at 60-57, San Francisco at 49-67 and Colorado at 45-71.

These standings provide important context for why the Dodgers are favored by the supplied matchup predictor.

Can Washington Upset Los Angeles?

The statistics indicate that Washington has a realistic path to making the matchup competitive.

The Nationals have more home runs and more total runs than Los Angeles in the supplied figures.

Their .250 batting average is not dramatically lower than the Dodgers’ .262 mark.

Their best individual hitters also provide substantial offensive production. Abrams has 88 RBIs, while Wood has 30 home runs and 73 RBIs.

The problem is the pitching gap.

A 4.78 ERA and 1.40 WHIP leave less margin for error against a Dodgers offense that has a higher batting average and OBP.

For Washington to outperform the statistical expectations, the Nationals likely need their power hitters to convert scoring opportunities while avoiding long stretches of empty innings.

Why Los Angeles Is Statistically Favored

The 65.6% matchup predictor figure favors the Dodgers.

That aligns with several other data points.

Los Angeles has:

A 69-47 record
A 33-23 home record
A 3-0 series lead
A 3.74 ERA
A 1.16 WHIP
A .219 opponent batting average
A .262 team batting average
A .339 OBP

The most compelling advantage is not any single offensive statistic.

It is the combination of offensive consistency and run prevention.

The Dodgers can produce hits without needing home runs, and their pitching staff has limited opponents more effectively than Washington’s staff has.

Recent Form Adds an Important Warning

Despite those advantages, the Dodgers’ recent results should not be ignored.

The supplied results show five consecutive losses, including defeats against Arizona, Chicago and Boston.

Washington has also lost three of its last five listed games, but it has won twice during that span.

This creates a useful tension in the matchup.

The season numbers strongly favor Los Angeles.

The immediate recent results are less favorable.

That does not automatically mean Washington should be considered the better team. It simply means that recent form adds uncertainty to a matchup that looks more straightforward when viewed through season-long statistics.

Understanding the Most Important Player Matchups

The individual player comparison can be organized around different skills.

Power: Wood vs Ohtani

Wood leads with 30 home runs compared with Ohtani’s 26.

Batting Average: Freeman vs Abrams

Freeman leads at .307, followed by Ohtani at .296 and Abrams at .287 among the listed figures.

Run Production: Abrams vs Pages

Abrams leads the listed group with 88 RBIs. Pages has 75, while Wood has 73 and Ohtani has 70.

On-Base Ability: Freeman vs Abrams

Freeman’s .381 OBP is higher than Abrams’ .361.

Slugging: Abrams

Abrams’ .548 SLG is the highest listed slugging percentage in the supplied individual statistics.

These comparisons demonstrate that neither lineup can be described accurately by calling one team simply “better at hitting.”

The players have different statistical strengths.

A Practical Way to Read the Box Score

When the actual game is complete, readers looking for meaningful player statistics should pay attention to more than runs and home runs.

A useful box-score review should consider:

Hits and total bases
Walks and strikeouts
RBIs
Runs scored
Batting average
Pitching innings
Earned runs allowed
Hits allowed
Walks allowed
Strikeouts
WHIP-related baserunner control
Late-inning performance

This approach provides a better understanding of how the game was actually won.

A player who goes 1-for-4 with a home run may have a more visible statistical impact than a player who goes 2-for-4 with two singles, but the broader context matters.

Likewise, a pitcher who records several strikeouts but allows multiple walks can create a different risk profile from a pitcher who generates weak contact and avoids baserunners.

What the Supplied Data Does Not Tell Us

A trustworthy statistical analysis should also identify what is not available.

The supplied information does not provide:

Confirmed starting pitchers for September 5
Confirmed starting lineups
Individual pitching lines for the scheduled game
Game-day player availability
Individual defensive statistics
Pitch-type matchups
Individual splits against specific pitchers
Final September 5 box-score results

That means this article should be viewed as a pregame statistical analysis based on the supplied information rather than a completed-game report.

This distinction is important because claiming final player performances before the game would create information that is not present in the supplied data.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Dodgers’ and Nationals’ records entering the matchup?

The supplied data lists the Dodgers at 69-47 and the Nationals at 57-61. Los Angeles also has a 33-23 home record, while Washington is 33-27 on the road.

Who is the Nationals’ leading home run hitter?

James Wood is listed as Washington’s home run leader with 30 home runs. He also has a .265 batting average and 73 RBIs in the supplied statistics.

Who leads the Dodgers in home runs?

Shohei Ohtani is listed as the Dodgers’ home run leader with 26 home runs. His supplied statistics also include a .296 batting average and 70 RBIs.

Which team has the better pitching statistics?

The Dodgers have the stronger pitching profile in the supplied data. Los Angeles has a 3.74 ERA and 1.16 WHIP, compared with Washington’s 4.78 ERA and 1.40 WHIP.

Who has the higher batting average?

Among the listed individual leaders, Freddie Freeman has the highest batting average at .307. Shohei Ohtani is at .296, CJ Abrams at .287, Andy Pages at .268 and James Wood at .265.

Who is favored to win according to the supplied matchup predictor?

The supplied ESPN matchup predictor gives Los Angeles a 65.6% probability and Washington a 34.4% probability.

Conclusion

The dodgers vs washington nationals match player stats show a matchup built around contrasting strengths.

Washington enters with more runs and home runs in the supplied season statistics. James Wood’s 30 home runs and CJ Abrams’ 88 RBIs give the Nationals significant offensive firepower. Abrams also owns a .287 batting average, .361 OBP and .548 SLG, making him one of Washington’s most complete statistical contributors.

Los Angeles, however, has the stronger overall statistical profile. The Dodgers have a 69-47 record, a 33-23 home mark and a 3-0 lead in the regular-season series. Their .262 batting average and .339 OBP are both higher than Washington’s corresponding figures.

The largest difference appears on the mound. Los Angeles has a 3.74 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and .219 opponent batting average. Washington’s corresponding figures are 4.78, 1.40 and .261.

Individual comparisons also reveal different types of offensive value. Ohtani provides power and a .296 average. Freeman leads the listed Dodgers players with a .307 average and .381 OBP. Pages leads Los Angeles with 75 RBIs. For Washington, Wood leads in home runs while Abrams leads in RBIs.

Recent form complicates the picture. Washington has gone 2-3 across the supplied five recent games, while Los Angeles has gone 0-5. That short-term trend is important, but it does not erase the Dodgers’ much stronger season record or pitching numbers.

Ultimately, the supplied statistics point toward Los Angeles having the broader statistical advantage, while Washington possesses enough offensive power to make the matchup competitive. The most important factors to monitor are Washington’s ability to turn its home run strength into runs, Los Angeles’ ability to maintain its pitching edge, and the availability of key players listed on the injury reports.