Los Angeles Angels at Washington Nationals – Where to Watch, Stream Info, TV Channel, and Live Updates (September 11, 2026)

Two teams on opposite ends of a losing stretch meet in Washington, where the Nationals are trying to arrest a seven-game skid and the Angels are riding back-to-back wins for the first time in a while. Neither club is playing for October, but there is genuine competition on the field — players fighting for roster spots, development milestones, and the kind of individual performances that carry weight into next season.

For Washington, the offense has real weapons. CJ Abrams has reached 30 home runs and 95 RBI, James Wood has crossed 100 runs scored, and Daylen Lile — who homered twice against Miami — has accumulated 138 hits on the season. The Nationals have the bats to end a rough stretch in a hurry.

Los Angeles brings its own momentum. Zach Neto has been one of the more quietly productive shortstops in the American League, posting 25 home runs, 72 RBI, and 91 runs scored. Mike Trout, at 20 home runs and 51 RBI, remains a constant threat. The Angels have won two straight and will look to build on that against a Washington club that has dropped eight of its last ten.

Los Angeles Angels at Washington Nationals Game Information

Game Date: September 11, 2026
Game Time: 06:45 PM ET
TV Channel: Angels Broadcast Television – ABTV2LV, Washington Nationals, and MLB.TV – Los Angeles Angels
Location: Nationals Park, Washington, DC
Live Stream: Fubo (free trial)

Game Preview

Both clubs are well out of contention — the Angels sit 18.5 games back and the Nationals 19.5 — but the gap in recent form gives this game a clear competitive edge. Washington has lost seven straight and gone 2-8 over its last ten, while Los Angeles has strung together consecutive wins to go 4-6 in that same span. For the Nationals, a home crowd and a favorable matchup offer a chance to reverse a damaging run. For the Angels, extending the winning streak would represent genuine progress for a club that has struggled all season on the road.

Washington Nationals Team Statistics and Rankings

Win-Loss Record: 67-81
Home Record: 33-40
Away Record: 34-41
Division Record: 16-12
Streak: 7 Loss streak
Winning Percentage: .453

Los Angeles Angels Team Statistics and Rankings

Win-Loss Record: 56-90
Home Record: 30-44
Away Record: 26-46
Division Record: 7-20
Streak: 2 Win streak
Winning Percentage: .384

Stat Leaders

Washington Nationals (67-81, #5 in division)

Batting Average Leader: Yohandy Morales, 0.316
RBI Leader: CJ Abrams, 95 RBI
Home Run Leader: CJ Abrams, 30 HR
Runs Leader: James Wood, 101 Runs
Hits Leader: Daylen Lile, 138 Hits
Stolen Bases Leader: Nasim Nuñez, 46 SB
ERA Leader: Erik Tolman, 2.16 ERA
Strikeout Leader: Cade Cavalli, 185 K
Wins Leader: Foster Griffin, 12 W
Saves Leader: Clayton Beeter, 12 SV

Los Angeles Angels (56-90, #5 in division)

Batting Average Leader: Gustavo Campero, 0.364
RBI Leader: Zach Neto, 72 RBI
Home Run Leader: Zach Neto, 25 HR
Runs Leader: Zach Neto, 91 Runs
Hits Leader: Zach Neto, 137 Hits
Stolen Bases Leader: Zach Neto, 19 SB
ERA Leader: Samy Natera Jr., 2.35 ERA
Strikeout Leader: Reid Detmers, 191 K
Wins Leader: Walbert Ureña, 9 W
Saves Leader: Ben Joyce, 4 SV

What to Watch For

Abrams is the player to watch in Washington’s lineup. Thirty home runs and 95 RBI represent a breakout season for the young shortstop, and he gives the Nationals a middle-of-the-order presence capable of changing a game with one swing. Alongside him, Luis García Jr. has hit .283 with 23 home runs and 76 RBI, giving Washington a legitimate one-two punch. Nasim Nuñez adds a different dimension with 46 stolen bases, keeping opposing pitchers honest on the bases.

On the Angels’ side, Neto’s all-around production — 25 home runs, 72 RBI, 91 runs, and 19 stolen bases — makes him the engine of the offense. Wade Meckler (.298) and Donovan Walton (.319) provide contact depth at the top of the order. Jo Adell, with 16 home runs and 62 RBI, gives Los Angeles a power threat in the middle of the lineup.

On the mound, Washington’s Zack Littell carries a 4.97 ERA and seven wins into the matchup, while the Angels’ José Soriano — at 3.29 ERA with 127 strikeouts and nine wins — represents one of the more underrated arms in the AL. Soriano’s ability to miss bats will be tested against a Washington lineup that has shown it can produce runs in bunches.

Washington Nationals Injury Report

Drew Millas – Finger (D60) – The Washington Nationals transferred C Drew Millas to the 60-day injured list with a left index finger fracture.
DJ Herz – Elbow (D60) – The Washington Nationals placed LHP DJ Herz on the 60-day injured list as he recovers from Tommy John surgery.
Mitchell Parker – Elbow (D60) – The Washington Nationals transferred LHP Mitchell Parker to the 60-day injured list from the 15-day injured list with elbow injury.
Orlando Ribalta – Forearm (D15) – The Washington Nationals placed Orlando Ribalta (RP) on the 15-day injured list due to right forearm inflammation.
Richard Lovelady – Triceps (D60) – The Washington Nationals transferred LHP Richard Lovelady to the 60-day injured list with a triceps strain.
Josiah Gray – Elbow (D60) – The Washington Nationals placed RHP Josiah Gray on the 60-day injured list with a right flexor strain.
Ken Waldichuk – Forearm (D60) – The Washington Nationals transferred LHP Ken Waldichuk from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list with left forearm tightness.
Matt Waldron – Chest (D15) – The Washington Nationals placed Matt Waldron (SP) on the 15-day injured list with chest inflammation.
PJ Poulin – Flexor (D60) – The Washington Nationals transferred LHP PJ Poulin from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list with a left flexor strain.
Connelly Early – Elbow (D60) – The Washington Nationals transferred LHP Connelly Early to the 60-day injured list with left elbow inflammation.

Los Angeles Angels Injury Report

Sam Bachman – Forearm (D15) – The Los Angeles Angels placed RHP Sam Bachman on the 15-day injured list with right forearm radial nerve inflammation.
Nolan Schanuel – Side (D10) – The Los Angeles Angels placed INF Nolan Schanuel on the 10-day injured list with a strained right intercostal muscle.
Jack Kochanowicz – Elbow (D60) – The Los Angeles Angels transferred RHP Jack Kochanowicz from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list due to surgery.
Anthony Rendon – Hip (D60) – The Los Angeles Angels placed INF Anthony Rendon on the 60-day injured list.
George Klassen – Back (D15) – The Los Angeles Angels placed RHP George Klassen on the 15-day injured list with left low back inflammation.
Yoán Moncada – Knee (D60) – The Los Angeles Angels transferred INF Yoán Moncada to the 60-day injured list with right knee inflammation.
Gustavo Campero – Hamstring (D10) – The Los Angeles Angels placed OF Gustavo Campero on the 10-day injured list with right hamstring strain.
Robert Stephenson – Elbow (D60) – The Los Angeles Angels placed RHP Robert Stephenson on the 60-day injured list due to a ligament and flexor repair surgery on his right elbow.

Washington Nationals Upcoming 2026 Schedule

September 11, 2026 vs Los Angeles Angels
September 12, 2026 vs Los Angeles Angels
September 13, 2026 vs Los Angeles Angels
September 15, 2026 vs Philadelphia Phillies
September 16, 2026 vs Philadelphia Phillies
September 18, 2026 at St. Louis Cardinals
September 19, 2026 at St. Louis Cardinals
September 20, 2026 at St. Louis Cardinals
September 21, 2026 at Detroit Tigers
September 22, 2026 at Detroit Tigers

Los Angeles Angels Upcoming 2026 Schedule

September 11, 2026 at Washington Nationals
September 12, 2026 at Washington Nationals
September 13, 2026 at Washington Nationals
September 14, 2026 vs Seattle Mariners
September 15, 2026 vs Seattle Mariners
September 16, 2026 vs Seattle Mariners
September 17, 2026 vs Minnesota Twins
September 18, 2026 vs Minnesota Twins
September 19, 2026 vs Minnesota Twins
September 20, 2026 vs Minnesota Twins

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