Even with the Nationals' much improved bullpen, these teams shouldn't have a problem reaching double-digits in runs with a pitching matchup of Chris Stratton versus Edwin Jackson.

Stratton has a 6.63 ERA and is facing the National League's top offense.

Jackson definies the word journeyman. He has a 5.03 lifetime ERA against the Giants in 11 games, including 10 starts.

The Giants have a lefty-heavy lineup against the right-handed Jackson. San Francisco has hit the fewest homers in the majors, but will be helped by playing in a stadium that isn't AT&T Park, which could be the most difficult park to hit homers in because of the dimensions such as a right-center-field fence that reaches 421 feet and is 24 feet high.

Cold weather also hampers the Giants hitters at home. That won't be the case in this setting. There also will be a slight breeze blowing out to left.