May 18, 2026

New York Mets at Washington Nationals: Game Time, TV Channel and Probable Pitchers

Check the New York Mets at Washington Nationals matchup with start time, TV and streaming listings, probable pitchers, venue, score status and same-date MLB games.

6:45 PM ETStart time
FinalStatus
Nationals.TV, SNYTV
Nationals ParkVenue

New York Mets at Washington Nationals Game Summary

A quick matchup view with teams, score status, first pitch time and local-time conversion.
New York Mets 16 21-26
Final 16-7 Mon, May 18 · 6:45 PM ET

Game Info: Date, Time and Venue

DateMay 18, 2026
Time6:45 PM ET
VenueNationals Park
SeriesRegular Season · Game 1 of 4
Day/Nightnight

New York Mets vs Washington Nationals Probable Pitchers

NYMChristian Scott
Stats2-1 · ERA 3.17 · 65 SO · WHIP 1.30 · 54.0 IP
WSHJake Irvin
Stats2-4 · ERA 5.23 · 58 SO · WHIP 1.35 · 51.2 IP

TV Channel and Streaming

Nationals.TV TV · home · Streaming
SNY TV · away · Streaming
Audacy App 92.3 HD2 FM · away · Streaming
WJFK 106.7 The Fan FM · home · Streaming
Audacy Mets Radio WHSQ 880AM AM · away · Streaming

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More MLB Games on May 18, 2026

Other games loaded for the same date, with TV listings, probable pitchers and game details.
Date / Time Matchup Status TV / Streaming Probable Pitchers Venue Links
Mon, May 18 6:40 PM ET
Final
MASN, Rays.TV
BAL: Trevor Rogers
6-7 · ERA 4.70 · 65 SO · WHIP 1.32 · 84.1 IP
TB: Shane McClanahan
8-5 · ERA 2.83 · 82 SO · WHIP 1.13 · 86.0 IP
Tropicana Field
Mon, May 18 6:40 PM ET
Final
Gray Media, NBCSP, Reds.TV
CIN: Nick Lodolo
3-2 · ERA 4.68 · 46 SO · WHIP 1.46 · 57.2 IP
PHI: Andrew Painter
1-8 · ERA 7.06 · 53 SO · WHIP 1.66 · 65.0 IP
Citizens Bank Park
Mon, May 18 6:40 PM ET
Final
BravesVision, Gray TV, Marlins.TV presented by Werner, Hoffman, Greig & Garcia
ATL: JR Ritchie
1-2 · ERA 4.53 · 41 SO · WHIP 1.42 · 43.2 IP
MIA: Max Meyer
9-1 · ERA 2.58 · 116 SO · WHIP 1.11 · 108.0 IP
loanDepot park
Mon, May 18 6:40 PM ET
Final
FS1, Detroit SportsNet, Guardians.TV Presented by Progressive
CLE: Slade Cecconi
4-6 · ERA 4.55 · 77 SO · WHIP 1.41 · 99.0 IP
DET: Framber Valdez
4-6 · ERA 4.29 · 78 SO · WHIP 1.38 · 100.2 IP
Comerica Park
Mon, May 18 6:45 PM ET
Final
Nationals.TV, SNY
NYM: Christian Scott
2-1 · ERA 3.17 · 65 SO · WHIP 1.30 · 54.0 IP
WSH: Jake Irvin
2-4 · ERA 5.23 · 58 SO · WHIP 1.35 · 51.2 IP
Nationals Park
Mon, May 18 7:05 PM ET
Final
SN1, YES
TOR: Patrick Corbin
3-4 · ERA 5.07 · 59 SO · WHIP 1.48 · 76.1 IP
NYY: Ryan Weathers
3-7 · ERA 4.29 · 104 SO · WHIP 1.25 · 92.1 IP
Yankee Stadium
Mon, May 18 7:10 PM ET
Final
NESN, Royals.TV
BOS: Sonny Gray
10-1 · ERA 2.61 · 82 SO · WHIP 1.10 · 89.2 IP
KC: Seth Lugo
3-6 · ERA 4.56 · 80 SO · WHIP 1.43 · 100.2 IP
Kauffman Stadium
Mon, May 18 7:40 PM ET
Final
Space City Home Network, Twins.TV Presented by Progressive
HOU: Tatsuya Imai
5-4 · ERA 6.06 · 63 SO · WHIP 1.50 · 52.0 IP
MIN: Kendry Rojas
1-0 · ERA 1.65 · 18 SO · WHIP 1.53 · 16.1 IP
Target Field
Mon, May 18 7:40 PM ET
Final
Brewers.TV Presented by Potawatomi Sportsbook, Marquee Sports Network
MIL: Brandon Sproat
3-4 · ERA 5.13 · 84 SO · WHIP 1.37 · 79.0 IP
CHC: Shota Imanaga
5-7 · ERA 4.28 · 100 SO · WHIP 1.10 · 103.0 IP
Wrigley Field
Mon, May 18 8:40 PM ET
Final
Rangers Sports Network, presented by Progressive, Rockies.TV
TEX: MacKenzie Gore
5-8 · ERA 4.72 · 111 SO · WHIP 1.31 · 101.0 IP
COL: Jose Quintana
2-3 · ERA 5.27 · 20 SO · WHIP 1.51 · 41.0 IP
Coors Field
Mon, May 18 9:38 PM ET
Final
ABTV, presented by Pechanga Resort Casino, KCOP 13, NBCSCA
ATH: J.T. Ginn
7-5 · ERA 3.10 · 86 SO · WHIP 1.22 · 98.2 IP
LAA: Walbert Ureña
5-7 · ERA 2.88 · 78 SO · WHIP 1.32 · 81.1 IP
Angel Stadium
Mon, May 18 9:40 PM ET
Final
Chicago Sports Network, Mariners.TV
CWS: Noah Schultz
2-6 · ERA 6.00 · 43 SO · WHIP 1.42 · 48.0 IP
SEA: Bryan Woo
7-6 · ERA 4.23 · 102 SO · WHIP 1.07 · 104.1 IP
T-Mobile Park
Mon, May 18 9:40 PM ET
Final
Padres.TV Presented by UC San Diego Health, SportsNet LA
LAD: Yoshinobu Yamamoto
9-5 · ERA 2.49 · 100 SO · WHIP 0.88 · 104.2 IP
SD: Michael King
6-7 · ERA 3.41 · 92 SO · WHIP 1.15 · 108.1 IP
Petco Park
Mon, May 18 9:40 PM ET
Final
DBACKS.TV, NBCS BA
SF: Robbie Ray
8-6 · ERA 3.45 · 86 SO · WHIP 1.23 · 101.2 IP
AZ: Zac Gallen
3-9 · ERA 6.34 · 61 SO · WHIP 1.56 · 98.0 IP
Chase Field

New York Mets at Washington Nationals FAQ

Common questions for this MLB matchup.

What time is New York Mets at Washington Nationals?

The listed start time is 6:45 PM ET. Times are shown in Eastern Time.

What channel is New York Mets at Washington Nationals on?

The current TV listing is Nationals.TV, SNY. Broadcast and streaming availability can vary by market.

Who are the probable pitchers?

The listed probable pitchers are Christian Scott and Jake Irvin. Probable starters can change before first pitch.

Where is the game being played?

The listed venue is Nationals Park.