# Alvarez in 2027 rotation mix

> Nationals’ Andrew Alvarez’s second half performance puts him in 2027 rotation mix.
- Title: Alvarez in 2027 rotation mix · The Banner | Shortify
- Summary: Nationals’ Andrew Alvarez’s second half performance puts him in 2027 rotation mix. Nationals’ Andrew Alvarez’s strong second-half performance positions him…
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- Author: Kyle Williams
- Published: 2026-09-26T02:00:52.307+00:00
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- Topics: andrew alvarez, nationals, rotation, 2027, mlb, pitching, mlb rotation, news, local
## Alvarez’s recent game
Alvarez pitched a scoreless fourth inning before allowing two solo homers in the fifth to make his line look rough: five runs on seven hits in the Nationals’ 7-6 win over the New York Mets.
## Alvarez’s second half stats
Entering Friday, Alvarez had a 2.44 ERA in the second half, showing steady progress after a rocky start.
## Manager Butera’s confidence
Manager Blake Butera said, 'We feel really good about Alvy. When we think about the options that we’ll have competing for the starting rotation next year ... I mean, where he was at this point last year to where he is now, I think is night and day.'

> We feel really good about Alvy. When we think about the options that we’ll have competing for the starting rotation next year ... I mean, where he was at this point last year to where he is now, I think is night and day.
## Alvarez’s mindset
Alvarez said, 'At the end of the day, I don’t think I’ve earned or deserved anything. So just approaching this offseason, just really trying to get better and put myself in a good position for next year.'

> At the end of the day, I don’t think I’ve earned or deserved anything. So just approaching this offseason, just really trying to get better and put myself in a good position for next year.
## Alvarez’s comeback
After posting a 5.14 ERA in July, Alvarez was sent to Triple-A Rochester but returned to show improved performance.
## 2027 rotation outlook
Alvarez’s strides this season seem real, positioning him for a 2027 rotation spot after a rocky start.
## Key takeaway

Nationals’ Andrew Alvarez’s strong second-half performance positions him for a 2027 rotation spot after a rocky start.