Does Bryce Harper play better against the Washington Nationals?

Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty ImagesWhenever the Phillies play the Nationals, you’re bound to hear talk about Bryce Harper facing his former team. Oftentimes, the conversation is centered around whether or not Harper will hit better than usual in the upcoming series because his opponent is the Nats. But is this based in any fact? Since he joined the Phillies, has Bryce Harper hit especially well against the Washington Nationals?

I’ll get to the answer quickly – it’s no. The truth is, Harper’s offense has been resoundingly typical against his old squad.

Since the start of the 2019 season, Bryce Harper has hit .271 with an .918 OPS and a .374 wOBA in 35 games against the Nationals. Against all…