Trevor Williams struggled in the first game of a doubleheader against the Tigers, allowing seven earned runs over just three innings, including two three-run homers by Riley Greene. Williams's 38 pitches in the first inning were the most ever thrown by a Nationals starter. After being signed for two years at $14 million, his performance has sharply declined from the previous season, as he has surrendered 57 earned runs in only 82⅔ innings. Other free agent pitchers have faced similar difficulties this season.
Trevor Williams suffered a tough outing against the Tigers, allowing seven earned runs over three innings. His heavy pitch count—86—made it the most for a Nationals starter in the first inning.
The Nationals hoped to rely on Williams returning to form after a productive previous season, but he has struggled significantly, giving up 57 earned runs over 82⅔ innings.
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