Blue Jays top Nationals 3-2 in Washington with key plays
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 1:50 AM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
The Toronto Blue Jays defeated the Washington Nationals 3-2 on July 27 at Nationals Park. Kazuma Okamoto's surprise stolen base contributed to a run, following his single and a subsequent score by Myles Straw. Pitcher Max Scherzer struggled with command, allowing four hits and three walks in 2.2 innings, while the Blue Jays' pitching staff effectively limited scoring opportunities. The game featured notable defensive plays, including a double play by Luis Urías to prevent further damage. The teams will meet again on July 28, with Shane Bieber slated to start for the Blue Jays.
- •Blue Jays score three runs, Nationals score two
- •Kazuma Okamoto steals base and scores
- •Max Scherzer allows one run in 2.2 innings
- •Luis Urías hits a home run for the Blue Jays
- •Shane Bieber set to start next game for Blue Jays
- 1:50 AMYahoo Sports — Okamoto Stole A Base! Oh, And Jays Win
"Blue Jays 3 Nationals 2 A lot happened in that game. But that Kazuma Okamoto stole a base was the biggest surprise to me. And it led to a run. He singled with one out. Stole second and scored on a Myles Straw single (yes, there was a Luis Urías walk that would have moved […]
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