Nationals sweep Reds with 7-1 victory behind Ortiz and Dion
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Last updated Aug 9, 2026
The Washington Nationals completed a series sweep against the Cincinnati Reds with a 7-1 victory on August 9, 2026. Abimelec Ortiz hit his second career home run, while Will Dion led the bullpen with 6 1/3 innings, allowing only one run. Jacob Young and Andrés Chaparro each contributed two runs batted in as the Nationals improved to a 4-1 record over their last five games. The Reds had taken an early lead but were outscored significantly in the series, totaling 20 runs against them. The Nationals will face the Chicago Cubs next, while the Reds prepare for a matchup with the Chicago White Sox.
- •Nationals finish series against Reds with a 7-1 win.
- •Abimelec Ortiz records his second career home run.
- •Will Dion earns his first win, allowing one run in 6 1/3 innings.
- •Jacob Young and Andrés Chaparro each drive in two runs.
- •Reds drop to a 20-6 deficit over the series.
- 7:21 PMYahoo Sports — Ortiz hits 2nd career homer, Dion leads strong bullpen outing as Nationals beat Reds 7-1
"Jacob Young and Andrés Chaparro each drove in two runs for the Nationals, who have won four of their last five games.
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