
How to Watch Guardians vs. Nationals: TV Channel & Live Stream - May 5
Updated May. 5, 2025 3:23 p.m. ET
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Luis Ortiz will start for the Cleveland Guardians on Monday at Nationals Park against James Wood and the Washington Nationals. First pitch is at 6:45 p.m. ET for the first game of a three-game series.
Here is everything you need to know to watch the Guardians vs. Nationals competition.
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Guardians vs. Nationals Game Information & How to Watch
- When: Monday, May 5, 2025 at 6:45 p.m. ET
- Where: Nationals Park in Washington D.C.
- TV: Watch on MASN, CLEG
- Box Score: Fox Sports
Guardians vs. Nationals Prediction
- Score Prediction: Nationals 6, Guardians 5
- Total Prediction: Over 9 runs
- Win Probabilities: Guardians 52%, Nationals 48%
Guardians vs. Nationals Head to Head
| Date | Favorite | Spread | Total | Favorite Moneyline | Underdog Moneyline | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/2/2024 | Guardians | -1.5 | 8 | -139 | +119 | 5-2 WSH |
| 6/1/2024 | Guardians | -1.5 | 8 | -152 | +127 | 3-2 CLE |
| 5/31/2024 | Guardians | -1.5 | 7.5 | -227 | +188 | 7-1 CLE |
| 4/16/2023 | Guardians | -1.5 | 9 | -229 | +190 | 7-6 WSH |
| 4/15/2023 | Guardians | -1.5 | 9.5 | -178 | +151 | 6-4 CLE |
| 4/14/2023 | Guardians | -1.5 | 9 | -159 | +135 | 4-3 CLE |
Guardians Last 10 Game Stats
| Stat | Avg/Total |
|---|---|
| Record | 6-4 |
| Runs Per Game | 3.5 |
| HR | 10 |
| ERA | 4.80 |
| K/9 | 7.1 |
Guardians Player Insights
- Steven Kwan has racked up a team-high batting average of .333.
- Including all MLB batters, Kwan ranks fifth in batting average, 20th in on-base percentage, and 45th in slugging.
- Kwan carries a three-game hitting streak into this matchup. During his last five outings he is hitting .333 with a double, two walks and an RBI.
- Jose Ramirez has five doubles, five home runs and 10 walks while hitting .265.
- Ramirez ranks 57th in homers and 85th in RBI in the major leagues.
- Kyle Manzardo paces the Guardians with eight home runs and 20 runs batted in.
- Carlos Santana is hitting .219 with two doubles, three home runs and 15 walks.
Guardians Recent & Upcoming Games
| Date | Opponent | Score | Pitching Matchup |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 30 | Twins | W 4-2 | Luis Ortiz vs Pablo Lopez |
| May 1 | Twins | W 4-3 | Edward Lively vs Simeon Woods Richardson |
| May 2 | @ Blue Jays | L 5-3 | Logan Allen vs Chris Bassitt |
| May 3 | @ Blue Jays | W 5-3 | Gavin Williams vs Kevin Gausman |
| May 4 | @ Blue Jays | W 5-4 | Tanner Bibee vs Bowden Francis |
| May 5 | @ Nationals | - | Luis Ortiz vs Jake Irvin |
| May 6 | @ Nationals | - | Edward Lively vs Brad Lord |
| May 7 | @ Nationals | - | Logan Allen vs Mitchell Parker |
| May 9 | Phillies | - | Gavin Williams vs Aaron Nola |
| May 10 | Phillies | - | Tanner Bibee vs Ranger Suarez |
| May 11 | Phillies | - | TBA vs TBA |
Nationals Last 10 Game Stats
| Stat | Avg/Total |
|---|---|
| Record | 5-5 |
| Runs Per Game | 4.6 |
| HR | 9 |
| ERA | 6.09 |
| K/9 | 7.4 |
Nationals Player Insights
- Wood paces the Nationals with nine home runs.
- Among all batters in the big leagues, Wood's home run total is sixth and his RBI tally ranks 29th.
- Wood brings a hitting streak of four games into this game. During his last five outings he is batting .368 with two doubles and four walks.
- Nathaniel Lowe has collected 27 runs batted in to pace his team.
- Lowe is 41st among all hitters in the majors in home runs, and eighth in RBI.
- Luis Garcia has five doubles, three home runs and eight walks while batting .234.
- C.J. Abrams has five doubles, two triples, four home runs and four walks while hitting .284.
Nationals Recent & Upcoming Games
| Date | Opponent | Score | Pitching Matchup |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 30 | @ Phillies | L 7-2 | Jake Irvin vs Cristopher Sanchez |
| May 1 | @ Phillies | W 4-2 | Brad Lord vs Taijuan Walker |
| May 2 | @ Reds | L 6-1 | Mitchell Parker vs Hunter Greene |
| May 3 | @ Reds | W 11-6 | Trevor Williams vs Nick Lodolo |
| May 4 | @ Reds | W 4-1 | MacKenzie Gore vs Nicholas Martínez |
| May 5 | Guardians | - | Jake Irvin vs Luis Ortiz |
| May 6 | Guardians | - | Brad Lord vs Edward Lively |
| May 7 | Guardians | - | Mitchell Parker vs Logan Allen |
| May 9 | Cardinals | - | Trevor Williams vs Erick Fedde |
| May 10 | Cardinals | - | MacKenzie Gore vs Andre Pallante |
| May 11 | Cardinals | - | TBA vs TBA |
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