Washington Nationals vs Cincinnati Reds Series Preview

Washington needed the All-Star break more than any team in baseball; however, their schedule right after the break is tough for a team in their position. After losing yet another series to the San Diego Padres, Washington is set to play another scrappy, playoff contender in the Cincinnati Reds. James Wood struggled throughout the series, going 1-11, and the rest of the lineup was not able to carry the load, scoring just seven runs in the series.

Veterans have been put on the trade block, and this series is important for boosting trade value. With Michael Soroka and Josh Bell playing big roles with Washington, they have an opportunity to play winning baseball elsewhere with a great start to…