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Alvarez shows he's ready for any role with strong first Nats start in 2026 WASHINGTON -- When Andrew Alvarez was pitching bulk relief innings in tandem with Zack Littell, the southpaw received votes of confidence fr...

10 HOURS AGO • MLB.COM

Stingy in no-decision Alvarez didn't factor into the decision in Wednesday's 4-1 loss to the Marlins, allowing one run on four hits and a walk over 4.2 innings. He struck out five,

Impact The 26-year-old southpaw tossed a season-high 82 pitches (47 strikes) as he continues to get stretched out to fill a rotation spot while Jake Irvin (shoulder) is on the shelf. Alvarez has held his own since rejoining the big-league roster in mid-May, and over five appearances (one start) he's posted a 4.50 ERA, 1.31 WHIP and 17:6 K:BB in 16 innings. He has yet to last five full innings in any of those outings, however, limiting his fantasy appeal if the Nationals intend to use him as a traditional starter rather than having him work behind an opener. Alvarez lines up to get his next turn through the rotation on the road early next week in San Francisco.

11 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nationals aim to avoid series sweep against the Marlins

The Miami Marlins will try to sweep a three-game series with a win against the Washington Nationals

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Set for second turn in rotation The Nationals list Alvarez as their starting pitcher for Wednesday's game against the Marlins in Washington.

Impact Alvarez will be making his second straight turn through the Washington rotation, this time in a traditional starter role after the Nationals deployed him as a bulk reliever Friday. Stepping into the rotation spot that had previously belonged to the injured Jake Irvin (shoulder), Alvarez entered the game after opener Paxton Schultz pitched the first inning. The 26-year-old lefty proceeded to work three innings, taking a no-decision while allowing three earned runs on five hits and two walks.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Shaky in bulk relief outing Alvarez didn't factor into the decision Friday, giving up three runs on five hits and two walks over three relief innings in a 7-5 loss to the Padres. He struck out one.

Impact The 26-year-old southpaw handled his biggest workload of the season, needing 74 pitches (45 strikes) to record nine outs after Paxton Schultz got the nod as the opener, and the results weren't impressive. Alvarez earned a look as a bulk reliever with a solid start to the season as he bounced between the majors and Triple-A, but through five appearances and 15.2 innings for Washington he now carries a 4.02 ERA, 1.28 WHIP and 17:5 K:BB. Jake Irvin (shoulder) will miss at least one more start, likely leaving Alvarez to work behind an opener again during a home series next week versus the Marlins.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Set to follow opener Friday Alvarez won't start Friday's game against the Padres and is now expected to pitch behind opener Paxton Schultz, Spencer Nusbaum of The Athletic reports.

Impact Alvarez has provided some length out of the bullpen as a long reliever this season, and he's set to fill the bulk role Friday after initially being expected to make his first big-league start of the year. Through four appearances, the 26-year-old lefty has recorded a win, a save and two holds with a 2.84 ERA, 1.03 WHIP and 16:3 K:BB across 12.2 innings.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Drawing start Friday Alvarez will start Friday's game against the Padres, Kyle Williams of TheBanner.com reports.

Impact He's taking the rotation spot vacated by the injured Jake Irvin (shoulder). Alvarez has been terrific in a long relief role so far for the Nationals, contributing a 2.84 ERA and 16:3 K:BB over 12.2 innings. The left-hander hasn't thrown more than 56 pitches in any of his relief outings this month, but he exceeded 90 pitches on two occasions at Triple-A Rochester in early May, so Alvarez should be capable of providing some length.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Could keep piggybacking Littell Nationals manager Blake Butera indicated Wednesday that he will try to continue having Alvarez follow Zack Littell in a piggyback role, Mark Zuckerman of NatsJournal.com reports.

Impact After Littell tossed the first five innings Wednesday versus the Mets, Alvarez threw the final four frames, yielding two runs, striking out five and notching his first career save. There will likely be instances when Alvarez is needed to pitch other days, but if most of his appearances are piggybacking Littell, he'll have a chance to vulture some wins and saves. The southpaw holds a 3.18 ERA and 15:2 K:BB over 11.1 innings with the Nationals this season.

MAY 21 • ROTOWIRE

CJ Abrams and Jacob Young homer as Nationals return to .500 with 8-4 defeat of Mets

CJ Abrams hit a three-run homer in the first inning, Jacob Young added a two-run shot in the eighth and the Washington Nationals returned to

MAY 21 • Associated Press

Lile hits another homer, Littell throws 5 scoreless as Nationals hang on to beat Orioles 3-2

Daylen Lile homered for the fourth time in his last four games, Zack Littell tossed five scoreless innings in his best start of the season and the Washington Nationals held on to b...

MAY 16 • Associated Press

Summoned from minors The Nationals recalled Alvarez from Triple-A Rochester on Friday.

Impact He'll grab the roster spot vacated by Zak Kent, who was sent down to Rochester following Thursday's loss to the Reds. Alvarez will provide some bullpen protection Friday against the Orioles in case starting pitcher Zack Littell struggles again.

MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Headed back to Triple-A Alvarez was optioned to Triple-A Rochester after Sunday's 3-0 win over the Giants.

Impact Alvarez was called up from Rochester ahead of Sunday's series finale against San Francisco, and he was able to earn a win in his 2026 debut with Washington. The southpaw tossed the final 4.1 innings of the team's combined shutout of the Giants, allowing three hits while striking out five. Alvarez posted a 2.31 ERA and 1.11 WHIP with 20 strikeouts over 23.1 innings in five starts with the Nationals in 2025, and considering how well he pitched Sunday, he likely won't have to wait long for another shot with the big-league club.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Curtis Mead homers, Andrew Alvarez shines in relief as Nationals blank Giants 3-0 to avoid sweep

Curtis Mead hit a two-run homer, Andrew Alvarez worked 4 1/3 sharp innings in relief and the Washington Nationals beat the San Francisco Giants 3-0 to avoid a three-game sweep

APRIL 19 • Associated Press

Promoted Sunday The Nationals recalled Alvarez from Triple-A Rochester on Sunday, Mark Zuckerman of NatsJournal.com reports.

Impact The left-hander has a 4.66 ERA, 1.20 WHIP and 27:10 K:BB across 19.1 frames in four starts for Rochester and will now get a look in the big-league bullpen. The Nationals are starting PJ Poulin as an opener Sunday before turning to primary pitcher Miles Mikolas, after which Alvarez could be called upon to provide some more length.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Nats' rotation updates: Parker optioned, Littell debuts and more WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- Between roster moves, a Spring Training debut and a significant step in Tommy John recovery, the Nationals' startin...

MARCH 13 • MLB.COM

Optioned to Triple-A The Nationals optioned Alvarez to Triple-A Rochester on Friday.

Impact While Alvarez was technically in the running for a spot in the Nationals' rotation, it's been likely from the jump that he would begin the year at Rochester. The southpaw has pitched well this spring, allowing two runs with an 11:5 K:BB over nine innings. Alvarez remains a good bet to make some starts for the Nationals this season.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Nationals' Andrew Alvarez Uses Guile To Reach Majors Andrew Alvarez rode a diverse pitch mix to his MLB debut, continuing to keep hitters off-balance with his execution.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • BASEBALLAMERICA.COM

Goes 4.1 innings Wednesday Alvarez didn't factor into the decision Wednesday against Atlanta, allowing two hits and three walks across 4.2 scoreless innings. He struck out five.

Impact Alvarez managed to keep Atlanta off the board Wednesday, though he was pulled with two outs in the fifth inning after throwing 83 pitches, just 42 of which were strikes. The 26-year-old Alvarez's MLB career has gotten off to a nice start overall. Through five starts (23.1 innings), the left-hander's allowed eight runs (six earned), posting a 1.11 WHIP with 20 strikeouts while holding opponents to a .184 batting average.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nationals snap Braves' 10-game winning streak with 4-3 win

James Wood hit two home runs and Josh Bell added another as the Washington Nationals snapped the Atlanta Braves’ 10-game winning streak with a 4-3 win

SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Braves vs. Nationals GameThread: 9/24/2025 Bryce Elder vs. Andrew Alvarez

SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 • BATTERYPOWER.COM

Braves look to keep home win streak alive, host the Nationals

The Atlanta Braves, on a three-game home winning streak, host the Washington Nationals

SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Michael Harris II hits 2 homers, Braves beat Nationals 3-2 for 10th straight win

Michael Harris II homered twice, Hurston Waldrep pitched six innings of one-run ball and the Atlanta Braves beat the Washington Nationals 3-2 for their 10th straight victory

SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Chased early in loss Alvarez (1-1) took the loss on Friday, allowing six runs (four earned) on seven hits and one walk with four strikeouts over 3.1 innings.

Impact Alvarez entered the fourth inning with a 4-2 lead but was charged with four runs while failing to escape the frame. It was the first time the young southpaw allowed more than two runs in his four major-league outings, and he now owns a 2.84 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 15:7 K:BB across 19 innings with the Nationals. He lines up to finish the 2025 campaign in a road matchup with Atlanta next week.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chased early in loss Alvarez (1-1) took the loss on Friday, allowing six runs (four earned) on seven hits and one walk with four strikeouts over 3.1 innings.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Soto's milestone homer leads Mets past Nationals 12-6

Juan Soto hit a three-run homer during a six-run fourth inning that vaulted the New York Mets to a pivotal 12-6 win over the Washington Nationals

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press

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Nationals aim to avoid series sweep against the Marlins

CJ Abrams and Jacob Young homer as Nationals return to .500 with 8-4 defeat of Mets

Lile hits another homer, Littell throws 5 scoreless as Nationals hang on to beat Orioles 3-2

Curtis Mead homers, Andrew Alvarez shines in relief as Nationals blank Giants 3-0 to avoid sweep

Nationals snap Braves' 10-game winning streak with 4-3 win

Braves look to keep home win streak alive, host the Nationals

Michael Harris II hits 2 homers, Braves beat Nationals 3-2 for 10th straight win

Soto's milestone homer leads Mets past Nationals 12-6