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Jose Tena’s Seventh-Inning Single Hands Nationals 3-2 Win Over Phillies

Jesús Luzardo delivered six strong innings prior to leaving the bases loaded, triggering a rally that shrank Philadelphia’s margin in the NL East.

Aug 14, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner (7) jogs back to the dugout at the end of the eighth inning against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images.

Overview

  • Jose Tena’s two-run single in the seventh inning gave Washington a 3-2 lead and completed the Nationals’ comeback.
  • Jesús Luzardo allowed one run over six-plus innings but was charged with the loss after exiting with the bases loaded in the seventh.
  • The Phillies stranded eight runners and have scored only three runs over their last three games during a three-game skid.
  • Washington starter Brad Lord limited Philadelphia to two runs over six innings, and the Nationals bullpen closed out the win.
  • The loss tightens the NL East race and intensifies pressure on the Phillies’ pitching rotation and lineup consistency.