The Washington Nationals defeated the Atlanta Braves 5-4 in a tightly contested game on May 14, 2025, at Truist Park, improving their record to 18-26 and holding fourth place in the National League East.

James Wood’s eighth-inning double drove in the go-ahead run and the Washington Nationals rallied to beat the Atlanta Braves 5-4 and end their seven-game losing streak.

On the bump tonight is righty Bryce Elder, he’s been one of the weaker arms in the Braves rotation this year. Coming off his best outing of the season, striking out eight over six innings against Pittsburgh, though he did allow three earned runs and took the loss. Elder enters tonight with a 2–2 record and a 4.97 ERA across seven starts.

If the Braves can beat the Nationals on Wednesday night, they will join an exclusive list of four teams that have gone over .500 after starting a season 0-7.

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The Atlanta Braves have won the first two contests of their four-game set against the Washington Nationals. Tuesday's victory, though, was a lot more significant than guaranteeing a split against a division rival.

After a gut-wrenching series sweep at home, the Washington Nationals (17-24) start a seven-game road trip against the Atlanta Braves (19-21)

The Atlanta Braves play against the Washington Nationals in an MLB game tonight. Fans can watch this game for free online.