Monday’s divisional series opener will be broadcast locally on BravesVsn (Braves feed) and Nationals.TV / MASN (Nationals feed). First pitch is scheduled for 6:45 PM ET. Fans can stream the game in high definition on Fubo, which offers access to regional sports networks and national MLB coverage.

The Atlanta Braves (15-7) head to the nation's capital this Monday, April 20, to open a four-game series against the Washington Nationals (10-12). Atlanta enters the series with one of the best records in the National League, fueled by a high-octane offense and a rotation that has remained effective despite early-season injuries. The Nationals, meanwhile, are looking to use home-field advantage to climb back toward .500 after a mixed start to April.

Atlanta’s offense is led by superstars Ronald Acuña Jr. and Matt Olson, who continue to anchor a lineup that punishes opposing rotations. They’ll face a stiff test in Jake Irvin, who is looking to bounce back from a rough outing. Washington counters with a youthful energy, highlighted by CJ Abrams and James Wood, both of whom have shown flashes of breakout potential early in 2026. Catch every pitch live on Fubo.

The individual matchups are headlined by the dominant form of Bryce Elder (RHP). Elder has been sensational for Atlanta, carrying a microscopic 0.77 ERA into tonight's contest. He faces a Washington lineup that has shown resilience at home but struggles with consistency against high-quality sinker-ballers. On the mound for the Nationals is Jake Irvin (RHP), who looks to stabilize his 6.16 ERA against a Braves team that ranks near the top of the league in home runs. You can witness this NL East battle streaming live on Fubo.

Atlanta’s ability to navigate their injury report remains a major storyline, as they wait for the return of Spencer Strider and Sean Murphy, both currently on rehab assignments. For Washington, the key will be supporting Irvin early; the Nationals are 2-2 in Irvin’s starts when they score at least three runs. Fubo is your home for the complete broadcast.

Braves vs. Nationals Betting Odds & Predictions

The Braves enter as favorites on the road. Between Bryce Elder’s elite early-season form and Atlanta’s superior record, oddsmakers are banking on the visitors to take the series opener.

Prediction: Bryce Elder has been nearly untouchable to start the year, and against a Nationals lineup that can be prone to groundouts, he should find plenty of success. Expect Atlanta's bats to provide ample run support against Jake Irvin. Final Score: Braves 6, Nationals 2.

Individual Matchups: Stars and Playmakers

The marquee matchup features the elite power of Matt Olson against the high-velocity arsenal of Jake Irvin. Olson has been a "stat-stuffer" early this season, anchoring the middle of the Atlanta order.

*Season record/stats current through April 20.

Washington relies on the speed of CJ Abrams and the raw power of James Wood to pressure opposing rotations and manufactured runs in divisional play.

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