Cade Cavalli dominates as Nationals shut out Cubs 7-0

Cade Cavalli pitched eight innings, allowing only one hit and striking out ten batters as the Washington Nationals defeated the Chicago Cubs 7-0 on August 13, 2026. Cavalli's strong performance followed a stretch of ten starts with a 2.43 ERA, showcasing his development as a top pitcher. The Nationals took control of the game after a slow start, scoring five runs in the fifth inning, including a home run from rookie Abimelec Ortiz. This victory helped the Nationals avoid a series sweep against the Cubs.

• 12:50 AMYahoo Sports — Cade Cavalli flirts with perfection as the Washington Nationals stomp the Cubs