James Wood hit a three-run home run, Brady House had three hits and the host Washington Nationals rallied for a 9-3 win against the New York Mets, taking the rubber game of the series Thursday.

The New York Mets saw Brandon Nimmo exit early against the Washington Nationals on Wednesday night with an injury.

For the Mets to qualify for the postseason, they need better from Kodai Senga and an offense that slumbers against middle relievers.

Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the New York Mets on the Moneyline. Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play ATS on the Washington Nationals at +1.5. Total: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the over on the Game Total of 8.0.

Mets’ Sean Manaea struggles again vs. Nationals as rotation woes grow, raising concerns with 35 games left in the NL Wild Card race.

The Cincinnati Reds have made up four games on the New York Mets for the final NL wild-card spot since the All-Star break.

Josh Bell homered and drove in two runs, rookie reliever Cole Henry escaped a bases-loaded jam, and the Washington Nationals held off a late rally to defeat the New York Mets 5-4 on August 20, 2025, at Nationals Park,

The Mets will look to continue to flex their muscles on Wednesday night when they vie to win their three-game series against the host Washington Nationals. Every game is key for the Mets, who have only a one-game lead as they hold the final wild-card spot in the National League.