Cubs rally for 8-6 victory over Nationals, move 20 games above .500

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Cubs rally for 8-6 victory over Nationals, move 20 games above .500
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The Chicago Cubs secured an 8-6 victory against the Washington Nationals on August 11 at Nationals Park. Key contributions included a home run from Alex Bregman and a nine-pitch battle resulting in a homer from Pete Crow-Armstrong. The Cubs overwhelmed Nationals starter Jake Irvin, forcing him to throw 90 pitches before exiting in the fourth inning. Jacob Webb recorded a four-out save, extending his streak to 20 consecutive scoreless appearances. The win marked the first time this season that the Cubs reached 20 games above.500.

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  • Cubs force Jake Irvin to throw 90 pitches in four innings.
  • Pete Crow-Armstrong hits a 437-foot home run in the third.
  • Jacob Webb records his eighth save with 20 scoreless outings.
  • Cubs reach 20 games above.500 for the first time this season.
  • Bregman contributes with two hits, including a home run.
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WASHINGTON — Alex Bregman’s first two plate appearances Tuesday night represented how tough the Chicago Cubs made it on Nationals starter Jake Irvin. Bregman forced Irvin to throw 10 pitches both times he faced the right-hander, ultimately drawing a walk after falling behind 0-2 in their first matchup and coming around to score to get the Cubs on the board. By the end of the third inning, the ...

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