Nationals secure win over Blue Jays, even series with late effort
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 3:23 AM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
The Washington Nationals defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 8-6 on July 28, leveling the series. After an hour-long rain delay, the Nationals jumped to a 4-0 lead in the first inning, highlighted by six walks, a franchise record for a single inning. Cade Cavalli earned the win, pitching six innings with two earned runs allowed. Luis Garcia Jr. and Dylan Crews each hit home runs, extending the lead. In the eighth inning, the Blue Jays cut the margin to 8-6, but Clayton Beeter closed out the inning to secure the victory.
- •Washington jumped to a 4-0 lead after six walks in the first inning.
- •Cade Cavalli earned his eighth win of the season.
- •Luis Garcia Jr. and Dylan Crews hit back-to-back home runs.
- •The Nationals are now two games above.500.
- •Clayton Beeter secured his 11th save of the year.
- 3:23 AMYahoo Sports — Six First Inning Walks Fuel Nationals to Even Series vs. Toronto
"The Washington Nationals grabbed a commanding lead early and held on late to climb to two games above .500, even the series vs. Toronto Blue Jays
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