Series Preview # 30 : Diamondbacks vs Nationals

Let’s compare the teams for the season.

• The Nationals’ 31 wins ranks last in the Majors. The Diamondbacks’ 40 wins ranks 22nd.
• The Nationals’ only starting pitcher with an ERA+ over 100 is Paolo Espino with an ERA+ of 110. The Diamondbacks have four starting pitchers with an ERA+ over 100 (Merrill Kelly 124 ERA+, Zac Gallen 114 ERA+, Madison Bumgarner 106 ERA+, and Zach Davies 103 ERA+).

Let’s compare the teams in July.

• In their last 10 games, the Nationals won less games (1 vs 3).