D-backs edge Nationals 3-2 in tight opening game in DC
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 1:48 AM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
The Arizona Diamondbacks secured a narrow 3-2 victory over the Washington Nationals on July 24, 2026, in Washington, D.C. Key elements of the game included effective small ball strategies and strong pitching that helped maintain the lead. The game featured a crucial sequence that enabled Arizona to prevail in a pressure situation. The teams are scheduled for a second game of their three-game series on July 25, with southpaw Mitch Bratt set to pitch for the D-backs against Foster Griffin.
- •D-backs win over Nationals in first game of series.
- •Key pitching and small ball tactics contributed to the victory.
- •Diamondbacks scheduled for second game against Nationals on July 25.
- •Mitch Bratt set to start for Arizona in next matchup.
- 1:48 AMYahoo Sports — D-backs use small ball and clutch pitching for W in DC
"The D-backs opened up a key series with some small ball offense and clutch pitching to win in the District.
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