Nationals' Joey Wiemer Crushes Three-Run Homer

Rookie slugger's blast gives Washington early lead in home opener

Mar. 29, 2026 at 6:38pm

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In the first inning of the Washington Nationals' home opener, rookie outfielder Joey Wiemer hit a towering three-run home run to left field, driving in teammates Brady House and Daylen Lile and giving the Nationals an early 3-0 lead over their opponents.

Why it matters

Wiemer, a highly touted prospect, is looking to build on an impressive spring training performance and cement his spot in the Nationals' starting lineup. The team is hoping his power bat can help spark their offense after a disappointing 2025 season.

The details

With two runners on base in the bottom of the 1st inning, Wiemer crushed a 2-1 pitch deep into the left field seats, putting the Nationals on the board early in their home opener. The 423-foot blast was Wiemer's second home run of the young season.

  • The home run occurred in the bottom of the 1st inning of the Nationals' home opener on March 29, 2026.

The players

Joey Wiemer

A 24-year-old outfielder and top prospect in the Nationals' farm system, making his first Opening Day roster.

Brady House

The Nationals' starting shortstop, who scored on Wiemer's home run.

Daylen Lile

The Nationals' starting center fielder, who also scored on Wiemer's home run.

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What they’re saying

“That's the kind of power we know Joey has. When he gets a hold of one, it really jumps off the bat.”

— Dave Martinez, Nationals Manager

What’s next

The Nationals will look to build on Wiemer's early heroics as they continue their home-opening series against their division rivals.

The takeaway

Wiemer's early-season power display is an encouraging sign for a Nationals team looking to bounce back from a down year, as the young slugger aims to solidify his role as an everyday starter and middle-of-the-order bat.