It’s the New York Mets versus the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on May 21, 2026. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
- Time: 4:05 PM ET
- Location: Nationals Park, Washington, DC
- TV Channels: SportsNet New York (SNY), MLB Washington Nationals
- Streaming: New York Mets – MLB.TV, Washington Nationals – MLB.TV
- League Package: MLB Extra Innings®
How to Watch New York Mets vs. Washington Nationals on May 21, 2026
You can watch the Washington Nationals take on the New York Mets live on DIRECTV on New York Mets – MLB.TV, Washington Nationals – MLB.TV, SportsNet New York (SNY), MLB Washington Nationals on May 21, 2026 at 4:05 PM ET.
New York Mets (21-28) at Washington Nationals (25-25) — Game Preview
Mets have the better pitching numbers despite trailing Washington in the standings, sitting at 21-28 against Washington’s 25-25 mark. New York’s arms have been the steadier group with a 3.91 team ERA against Washington’s 5.04, while the Nationals haveheld the clear edge offensively at 279 runs to the Mets’ 202. Both probable starters have had uneven starts to the season, with David Peterson (2-4, 5.40 ERA, 1.57 WHIP) going against Cade Cavalli (2-2, 4.05 ERA, 1.54 WHIP) in a matchup that tilts toward the lineups. Juan Soto leads the New York offense with a .299 average, nine home runs and 20 RBIs, while CJ Abrams powers Washington from shortstop with a .300 average, 10 home runs and 42 RBIs. James Wood adds another bat for the Nationals at 13 home runs and 34 RBIs as the team’s top power source.
Regional Coverage
SportsNet New York (SNY), MLB Washington Nationals
Streaming
New York Mets – MLB.TV, Washington Nationals – MLB.TV
League Packages
MLB Extra Innings®
What Time is the Washington Nationals vs. New York Mets Game Today?
The New York Mets vs. Washington Nationals game starts at 4:05 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch New York Mets vs. Washington Nationals?
You can watch New York Mets vs. Washington Nationals on New York Mets – MLB.TV, Washington Nationals – MLB.TV, your local regional sports network, SportsNet New York (SNY), MLB Washington Nationals and MLB Extra Innings®.
New York Mets vs. Washington Nationals Channel on DIRECTV
SportsNet New York (SNY) (Channel 639), MLB Washington Nationals (Channel 641)
Players to Watch: New York Mets vs. Washington Nationals
New York Mets
Juan Soto — LF. Soto leads the Mets with a .299 average and nine home runs while driving in 20 runs from left field. His blend of contact and power makes him a central focus for Washington’s pitching plan.
Bo Bichette — 3B. Bichette has 25 RBIs and five home runs while hitting .225, slotting in at third base as a middle-of-the-order producer. His run-driving numbers stand out even as the average has come in below his usual line.
David Peterson — SP. Peterson is scheduled to start for New York with a 2-4 record, 5.40 ERA and 46 strikeouts. He’ll look to settle in against a Nationals lineup that leads MLB with 279 runs.
Washington Nationals
CJ Abrams — SS. Abrams is hitting .300 with 10 home runs, 42 RBIs and a .539 slugging mark as the engine of the Washington offense from shortstop. The .389 on-base percentage and a top-of-the-order role put him in front of Washington’s biggest power threats.
James Wood — RF. Wood has 13 home runs and 34 RBIs on the year while hitting .254, giving the Nationals their primary source of pop in right field. His home-run total leads a lineup that has hit 61 long balls as a team.
Cade Cavalli — SP. Cavalli is scheduled to start for Washington with a 2-2 record, 4.05 ERA and 52 strikeouts. His matchup with David Peterson gives the Nationals the stronger starter line on paper.
Injury Report: New York Mets vs. Washington Nationals
New York Mets
Clay Holmes (SP/RP) — 60-day IL, fractured right fibula
A.J. Minter (RP) — 60-day IL, left lat surgery / left hip discomfort
Jared Young (OF/1B) — 10-day IL, torn left knee meniscus
Kodai Senga (SP) — 15-day IL, lumbar spine inflammation
Francisco Lindor (SS) — 10-day IL, strained left calf
Jorge Polanco (INF) — 10-day IL, left Achilles bursitis
Francisco Alvarez (C) — 10-day IL, torn right knee meniscus
Luis Robert Jr. (CF) — 10-day IL, lumbar spine disc herniation
Reed Garrett (RP) — 60-day IL, recovery from Tommy John surgery
Dedniel Núñez (RP) — 60-day IL, right elbow sprain / recovering from surgery
Justin Hagenman (RP) — 60-day IL, fractured rib
Ronny Mauricio (SS) — 10-day IL, fractured left thumb
Tylor Megill (SP) — 60-day IL, recovery from Tommy John surgery
Washington Nationals
Clayton Beeter (RP) — 15-day IL, right forearm soreness
DJ Herz (SP) — 60-day IL, left UCL sprain
Cole Henry (RP) — 15-day IL, right rotator cuff strain
Trevor Williams (SP) — 60-day IL, right elbow sprain
Josiah Gray (SP) — 60-day IL, right flexor strain
Ken Waldichuk (RP) — 60-day IL, left forearm tightness / Tommy John and internal brace procedure
Max Kranick (RP) — 15-day IL, recovering from right elbow surgery
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