Cubs' Alex Bregman hits three home runs in win over Nationals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 3:34 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Alex Bregman hit three home runs as the Chicago Cubs overcame the Washington Nationals 12-6 on August 12. Bregman, now with a five-year, $140 million contract, showcased his power with key hits that helped secure the victory in a close game. His performance included a three-run homer in the fifth and two more in the eighth. Over the past three weeks, he has been the hottest hitter in Major League Baseball, leading with 26 hits and six home runs since July 27. The Cubs remain in contention, closely trailing the Milwaukee Brewers.
- •Bregman hits three homers in a single game for the Cubs.
- •Cubs secure a 12-6 victory against the Nationals.
- •Bregman is hitting.394 over the last 16 games.
- •The Cubs are now close in the standings to the Brewers.
- •Bregman worked on his swing mechanics with team staff prior to the game.
- 3:34 AMYahoo Sports — The Cubs never doubted Alex Bregman and neither did he. His three-homer game shows why.
"Alex Bregman is more locked in than any hitter in the major leagues, launching three homers in his latest outing.
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