Nationals vs Angels Picks and Prediction – 6/28/2025

The Nationals (33-48) head into Anaheim to face the Angels (40-40) at 7:38 PM EST on June 27. Washington will send Jake Irvin (6-3, 4.18 ERA) to the mound while Los Angeles counters with Jose Soriano (5-5, 3.39 ERA). Washington dropped its last game 1-0 to San Diego, while the Angels are coming off a 5-2 win over Boston. Elevate your MLB game with our top-notch MLB picks.

Washington has dropped four of its last five, and scoring just one run over the last two losses shows how much the offense has cooled off. The lone bright spot in that stretch was a 10-6 win against the Padres, but it’s clear the lineup is struggling for consistency. James Wood continues to perform with 22 homers and 63 RBIs, while CJ Abrams leads the team with a .283 average and a .355 OBP. If Washington is going to break out, those two need to carry the load.

On the mound, the Nats are in trouble. The team ERA is a poor 5.00, and the bullpen is thin, especially with arms like Andrew Chafin, Derek Law, and Mason Thompson all on the injured list. Jake Irvin has been decent, logging a 4.18 ERA with a 1.23 WHIP and 66 Ks over 94.2 innings, but he’s allowed 16 home runs, which is a red flag against an Angels lineup that can go deep. Washington has allowed opponents to bat .260.

The Angels are hot, winning three straight over the Red Sox and four of the last five overall. Taylor Ward drove in three across the last two games and continues to lead the team with 19 homers and 53 RBIs. Even with injuries to Jorge Soler and day-to-day status for Zach Neto, the offense has found a way to stay productive. Neto has quietly posted a .278 average with a .494 SLG, adding needed spark to the lineup.

On the mound, Soriano has been more reliable than flashy. He’s kept the ball in the yard—just 3 homers allowed all season—and struck out 80 in 93 innings. The Angels' staff has a 4.55 ERA and 1.45 WHIP, and they’ve held opponents to a .264 average. They’ve also issued more walks than Washington, with 307 free passes, but they’ve struck out 615 and done enough to keep the team around .500. 

Washington has lost four of its last five, can’t generate offense, and is dealing with a depleted bullpen. The Angels are rolling and getting timely hitting despite injuries. Soriano’s ability to limit the long ball is key against a Nationals team with power at the top but little else. Final Score Prediction: Los Angeles Angels win 6-3.