It’s the New York Mets versus the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on May 18, 2026. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
- Time: 6:45 PM ET
- Location: Nationals Park, Washington, DC
- TV Channels: SportsNet New York (SNY), MLB Washington Nationals
- League Package: MLB Extra Innings®
How to Watch New York Mets vs. Washington Nationals on May 18, 2026
Watch the Washington Nationals take on the New York Mets live on SportsNet New York (SNY) channel 639 and MLB Washington Nationals channel 641 with DIRECTV on May 18, 2026 at 6:45 PM ET.
New York Mets (20-26) at Washington Nationals (23-24) — Game Preview
The New York Mets (20-26) head into Nationals Park with the worse record of the two NL East teams meeting tonight, with Washington (23-24) holding the edge on the standings despite a thinner overall profile. The Nationals have hit .244 with a .738 OPS against the Mets’ .227 and .643, though New York counters with the better pitching at a 3.76 team ERA against Washington’s 4.95. Tonight’s mound matchup pairs Christian Scott, who has thrown 15.2 innings at a 3.45 ERA and 1.40 WHIP for the Mets, against Jake Irvin, who has struggled to a 5.91 ERA and 1.45 WHIP across 42.2 frames for the Nationals. CJ Abrams has been the engine of the Washington lineup at a .298 average with 9 home runs and 38 RBIs from the shortstop spot, while on the New York side Juan Soto has put up 6 home runs and 14 RBIs at a .281 average since landing in Queens. James Wood has added 12 home runs and 29 RBIs for the Nationals, and Nolan McLean has been one of the steadier arms on either staff at a 2.92 ERA with 64 strikeouts. Mark Vientos has chipped in 6 home runs and 22 RBIs at first base for the Mets.
Regional Coverage
SportsNet New York (SNY), MLB Washington Nationals
League Packages
What Time is the Washington Nationals vs. New York Mets Game Today?
The New York Mets vs. Washington Nationals game starts at 6:45 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch New York Mets vs. Washington Nationals?
You can watch New York Mets vs. Washington Nationals on your local regional sports network and MLB Extra Innings®.
Washington Nationals Channel on DIRECTV
MLB Washington Nationals (Channel 641)
New York Mets Channel on DIRECTV
SportsNet New York (SNY) (Channel 639)
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