Mets vs Nationals Prediction, Odds, Picks - Aug. 20
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Josh Bell homered and drove in two runs, rookie reliever Cole Henry pitched out of a jam in the sixth inning and the Washington Nationals held on to beat the Mets 5-4, ending New York’s three-game winning streak.
Preview the Aug. 20 matchup between the New York Mets and Washington Nationals with recent trends, how to watch, livestream info, and more.
The Mets might not have won their fourth straight Wednesday night, but unlike in recent losses, they didn’t take a step back.
David Peterson dominated the Nationals again, Mark Vientos homered for the second consecutive game and the New York Mets pounded Washington 8-1 for their third straight victory.
Brandon Nimmo explained why he felt he had to go out of the game on Wednesday in an eventual 5-4 loss for the Mets.
For the Mets to qualify for the postseason, they need better from Kodai Senga and an offense that slumbers against middle relievers.
The New York Mets face the Washington Nationals on Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025 (8/20/25) at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C.