Tanner Rainey is set to become a free agent, highlighting a recent need for the Nationals to bolster their bullpen. His departure would leave a gap in a relief unit that requires additional support as the team looks to improve its overall performance.

Tanner Rainey joined the Nationals in 2019 after debuting with the Reds and earned a World Series ring despite a 6.75 ERA during the postseason. He had a promising start with a 3.54 ERA from 2019 to 2020, but his performance declined significantly in 2021 with a 7.39 ERA. After undergoing Tommy John surgery, he returned in 2024 but posted a 4.76 ERA across 50 appearances. For his career, Rainey holds a 5-10 record with a 5.23 ERA and a -0.1 WAR.

Tanner Rainey gave up a fly out to prevent Paredes from hitting for a cycle in the eighth inning.

Tanner Rainey gave up a triple and a single in the ninth inning, allowing the Miami Marlins to score two runs before ultimately closing out the game for the Washington Nationals with a final score of 11-4.

Tanner Rainey allowed a home run and back-to-back doubles in the eighth inning, contributing to the Washington Nationals' 11-2 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers.