The Washington Nationals secured an 8-4 victory over the New York Mets on May 20, 2026, at Citi Field in New York. The game featured strong offensive performances from both teams, with the Nationals pulling ahead in the later innings.
Key contributions came from Nationals' hitters, including a home run and multiple RBIs. The Mets attempted a comeback but fell short against Washington's bullpen. The win improved the Nationals' record for the season.
This game was part of a regular-season series between the two National League East rivals. The Mets had entered the game with a strong home record but could not contain the Nationals' offense.