Carson Palmquist
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July 9, 2026
Opening for Nationals on Friday
Palmquist will serve as the Nationals' opening pitcher in Friday's game against the Yankees, Spencer Nusbaum of The Athletic reports.
Analysis
Zack Littell is poised to absorb most of the workload in bulk relief, but Palmquist will take the ball first. The left-hander has made four appearances for the Nationals, allowing five runs with a 7:2 K:BB over 6.1 innings.
July 4, 2026
Working as opener
Palmquist will serve as the Nationals' opening pitcher in front of Zack Littell during Saturday's game against the Pirates, Mark Zuckerman of NatsJournal.com reports.
Analysis
Palmquist, who was recalled from Triple-A Rochester earlier this week, most recently logged an inning of relief in Boston on Wednesday. He'll likely be capped at an inning or two once again Saturday before giving way to Littell.
