Cubs Keep Playoff Hopes Alive with 3-1 Win Over Nationals

Jameson Taillon's strong pitching and Dansby Swanson's home run lead Chicago to victory, staving off postseason elimination.

Jameson Taillon allowed only two hits over six innings, striking out four and walking two.
Dansby Swanson hit his 16th home run of the season in the first inning to give the Cubs an early lead.
Pinch-hitter Mike Tauchman added a crucial two-run single in the seventh inning for insurance.
The Cubs are now 79-75, with eight games remaining, and are seven games behind the last NL wild card spot.
Washington Nationals have lost five consecutive games, while Cubs' pitcher Porter Hodge secured his seventh save of the season.