Bedford's Joey Wiemer Shines in Nationals Debut

The former high school standout goes 6-for-6 in his first game with Washington.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 1:25am

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Joey Wiemer, a graduate of Bedford High School, made an impressive debut with the Washington Nationals, going 6-for-6 with a home run and a triple in a 6-3 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Sunday.

Why it matters

Wiemer's standout performance in his first game with the Nationals has generated excitement among the team's fans and management, who see him as a promising young talent that could contribute significantly to the team's success this season.

The details

In his first game with the Nationals, Wiemer went 3-for-3 with a home run, a triple, and a walk, leading his team to a 6-3 victory over the Chicago Cubs. The 22-year-old outfielder was a standout player during his high school career at Bedford and was drafted by the Nationals in the second round of the 2024 MLB draft.

  • Wiemer's debut game with the Nationals was on Sunday, March 30, 2026.

The players

Joey Wiemer

A 22-year-old outfielder who was drafted by the Washington Nationals in the second round of the 2024 MLB draft after a standout high school career at Bedford.

Washington Nationals

A professional baseball team based in Washington, D.C. that competes in the National League of Major League Baseball.

Chicago Cubs

A professional baseball team based in Chicago, Illinois that competes in the National League of Major League Baseball.

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What they’re saying

“Joey came in and made an immediate impact. We're excited to see what he can do for us this season.”

— Dave Martinez, Manager, Washington Nationals

What’s next

The Nationals will continue their series against the Cubs on Monday, with Wiemer expected to be in the starting lineup again.

The takeaway

Wiemer's impressive debut has raised expectations for the young outfielder, who could play a key role in the Nationals' push for the playoffs this season.