Athletics vs. Nationals Matchup: Jacob Lopez and Brent Rooker for Athletics; Mitchell Parker and C.J. Abrams for Nationals

The Athletics and Nationals are set for an interleague matchup on August 7th. The Athletics will start left-hander Jacob Lopez (4-6, 3.99 ERA), who is coming off a win against the Diamondbacks. Right fielder Brent Rooker has been a strong hitter for the Athletics, batting .273 with 23 home runs and 66 RBI this season. The Nationals are expected to counter with left-hander Mitchell Parker (7-11, 5.35 ERA), who has won two of his last three starts. Shortstop C.J. Abrams leads the Nationals' offense, hitting .273 with 14 homers and 26 stolen bases.