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Nationals struggle on road but Cavalli shines in win over Rockies

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 4:01 AM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Nationals struggle on road but Cavalli shines in win over Rockies

Summary

The Washington Nationals returned home from a nine-game road trip with only one win. They started a four-game series against the Colorado Rockies with a convincing 13-3 victory, driven by Daylen Lile's five RBIs. Despite the recent success, the Nationals remain over ten games back in the Wild Card race, as CJ Abrams and James Wood are still sidelined with injuries. Cade Cavalli excelled, recording his 12th win after delivering nine consecutive quality starts, raising questions about his future as a key pitcher. The team's focus now shifts to the remaining games of the season and potential roster decisions moving forward.

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Status Watch

•Nationals won 13-3 against the Rockies to open a four-game series.
•Daylen Lile had five RBIs in the victory over Colorado.
•Cade Cavalli earned his 12th win with nine consecutive quality starts.
•CJ Abrams and James Wood remain injured, impacting team depth.
•Nationals sit double digits out of the Wild Card race.

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4:01 AMYahoo Sports — Nationals Podcast: Road Struggles, Cavalli Shines, Injury Woes

What they're saying

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After returning home from a nine game road trip with just one win to show for it, what's the outlook on the rest of the Washington Nationals' 2026 regular season?
— Yahoo Sports

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