Washington Nationals edge Cincinnati Reds in home opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 3:23 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
The Washington Nationals secured a 5-3 victory against the Cincinnati Reds in their first game back home on August 7, 2026. Cade Cavalli earned the win, striking out eight over six innings while allowing three runs. Daylen Lile's three-run home run in the first inning gave the Nationals an early lead, and Harry Ford's two-run homer in the fourth proved decisive. Despite multiple threats from the Reds, the Nationals’ bullpen maintained the lead late in the game. The teams will continue the three-game series on August 8.
- •Cade Cavalli strikes out eight in six innings.
- •Daylen Lile hits a three-run home run in the first inning.
- •Harry Ford adds a two-run home run in the fourth.
- •Nationals hold off Reds' late-game threats.
- •Next game is scheduled for August 8 at 6:45 PM.
- 3:23 AMYahoo Sports — Washington Nationals Pick Up Win in First Game Back at Home
"The Washington Nationals opened the three game series back at home with a 5-3 win against the Cincinnati Reds
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