Keibert Ruiz
Breakdown
Performance
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May 9, 2026
Resting Saturday
Ruiz isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Marlins.
Analysis
Ruiz will grab a seat on the bench Saturday after going 0-for-3 during a win in Friday's series opener. Drew Millas will handle catching duties and bat eighth.
May 8, 2026
Season-best effort in win
Ruiz went 3-for-4 with a home run, two doubles, four RBI and three runs scored in Thursday's 7-5 win over the Twins.
Analysis
The 27-year-old catcher enjoyed his most productive day at the dish this year, knocking the ball all over the yard. Ruiz recorded a season high in hits, runs and RBI on Thursday en route to totaling a season-most eight bases. Over 70 at-bats, he's still hitting just .214 with two homers, seven doubles, 13 RBI and seven runs scored as Washington's primary backstop.
May 6, 2026
Riding pine Wednesday
Ruiz is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Twins.
Analysis
After starting each of the last three games and going 2-for-10 with a double over that stretch, Ruiz will be rested Wednesday. The Nationals will go with Drew Millas behind the dish.
