Overview
- Mitchell Parker allowed just one hit, two walks, and struck out four over eight innings in the Nationals' 7-0 victory over the Orioles.
- Parker retired 17 consecutive batters to cap the longest outing of his MLB career, throwing 99 pitches across eight innings.
- The performance lowered Parker's ERA from 1.85 to 1.39, while opponents are now hitting just .167 against him this season.
- Manager Dave Martinez praised Parker's command of the strike zone, while Orioles hitters struggled with his high-release fastball and breaking balls.
- Parker has pitched at least six innings in all five of his starts this season, solidifying his role as a key piece in Washington’s rotation.