Washington Nationals struggle to complete sweeps against Diamondbacks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 10:35 PM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
The Washington Nationals faced the Arizona Diamondbacks on June 7, 2026, failing to complete a series sweep after winning the first two games. Despite a home run by CJ Abrams, the Nationals could not generate sufficient offense, managing only three hits in the game. Michael Soroka of the Diamondbacks pitched seven strong innings, allowing just one earned run. This loss marks the Nationals' fourth consecutive missed opportunity to sweep a series this season. The team has now set its sights on their upcoming series against the San Francisco Giants.
- •Nationals unable to sweep despite leading in series against four teams.
- •CJ Abrams hit a home run but the offense was largely subdued.
- •Michael Soroka pitched seven innings with one earned run allowed.
- •Nationals will face underperforming Giants next.
- 10:35 PMYahoo Sports — The Washington Nationals continue to struggle with finishing off sweeps
"The Nats got the series win, but their inability to sweep teams is frustrating and caps the teams true ceiling
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