As the Seattle Mariners prepare to face the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on May 26, all eyes will be on Mariners' shortstop J.P. Crawford, who has been a standout performer in recent games. Crawford's impressive consistency at the plate and in the field makes him a key player to watch.

May 24, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Seattle Mariners shortstop Dylan Moore (25) steals second base ahead of a tag by Washington Nationals second baseman Luis García Jr. (2) during the third inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

In the Mariners' last three games, Crawford has demonstrated remarkable hitting prowess. He boasts an average of .417 with an on-base percentage (OBP) of .5 and a slugging percentage (SLG) of .667. His OPS stands at an impressive 1.167, showcasing his ability to get on base and hit for power. Notably, in the game against the Yankees on May 22, Crawford had a stellar performance with a batting average of .500 and an OPS of 1.25.

Crawford's fielding has been equally commendable, maintaining a perfect fielding percentage (FPCT) across all three games. This dual-threat capability makes him an invaluable asset to the Mariners as they seek to secure a victory against the Nationals.

May 24, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Seattle Mariners starting pitcher George Kirby (68) pitches against the Washington Nationals during the first inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Another notable performer for the Mariners is first baseman Ty France. Over the past three games, France has maintained a solid batting average of .167 with an OBP of .42 and an OPS of .5. While these numbers may not be as high as Crawford's, France's consistent presence on base provides crucial support for his team.

On the pitching front, George Kirby has shown potential despite some challenges. In his most recent outing, Kirby posted an ERA of 7.5 with a WHIP of 1.1667 and struck out batters at a rate of 4.5 per nine innings (K/9). Although these stats indicate room for improvement, Kirby's ability to limit walks and maintain control could play a pivotal role in containing the Nationals' offense.

May 24, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Seattle Mariners shortstop Dylan Moore (25) steals second base ahead of a tag by Washington Nationals second baseman Luis García Jr. (2) during the third inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Turning our attention to the Nationals, catcher Keibert Ruiz has been their standout hitter recently. Ruiz boasts an impressive batting average of .222 over three games with an OBP of .222 and an OPS of .778. His performance against opposing pitchers will be critical for Washington’s chances.

Nationals’ pitcher MacKenzie Gore also deserves mention for his strong performances on the mound. Gore’s ERA stands at 4.042 over his last three outings with a WHIP of 0.7143 and K/9 rate of 10.287, highlighting his effectiveness in striking out batters while limiting base runners.

As both teams gear up for this exciting matchup, fans can expect thrilling performances from these top players who have shown exceptional form recently.

The upcoming game between Seattle Mariners and Washington Nationals is scheduled for May 26 at 5:35 PM UTC at Nationals Park in Washington D.C., USA (ZIP: 20003). Fans can catch all the action live on MASN2 network.

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