Bell and Lile Lead Nationals’ Season-High Offense in 10-8 Win Over Reds
The Nationals turn to rookie Brad Lord in their next start following a season-high offensive outburst.
Overview
- Josh Bell homered and doubled while Daylen Lile delivered a three-run triple to fuel Washington’s season-high 10-run performance.
- The Nationals collected 15 hits, including six extra-base knocks led by James Wood’s two doubles and three-hit nights from Brady House and Jacob Young.
- Starter Jake Irvin exited in the fourth inning after yielding five runs and reliever Andrew Chafin secured the victory with a hitless sixth inning.
- Reds starter Brady Singer surrendered seven runs in 2⅓ innings and Cincinnati strung together four straight RBI singles in a five-run fourth inning.
- Washington improved to three wins in 13 games and will send rookie Brad Lord to the mound against Cincinnati Tuesday night.