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Washington Nationals drop game one to Arizona Diamondbacks 3-2

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Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Washington Nationals drop game one to Arizona Diamondbacks 3-2
Summary

The Washington Nationals fell 3-2 to the Arizona Diamondbacks in the first game of their series on July 25, 2026, at Nationals Park. Nationals pitcher Carson Palmquist struggled, allowing two runs before being relieved after 1.1 innings. The Nationals tied the game at two in the fourth with a two-run home run from Crews. However, a sacrifice fly in the seventh gave the Diamondbacks the lead for good. The teams will meet again for the second game of the series on July 26, 2026, with Foster Griffin starting for Washington.

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  • •Nationals lose 3-2 to Diamondbacks in game one of series.
  • •Carson Palmquist allowed two runs before being replaced.
  • •Crews hit a two-run home run to tie the game.
  • •Diamondbacks retook the lead with a sacrifice fly in the seventh.
  • •Nationals and Diamondbacks face off again on July 26.
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Another late inning run handed the Washington Nationals a series opening loss at home, this time a 3-2 finish against the Arizona Diamondbacks

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