Nationals Avoid Sweep with 5-1 Win Over Phillies in Series Finale

Josh Bell and Nathaniel Lowe powered the offense with home runs, while Mitchell Parker led the Nationals' pitching dominance in the season-opening series.

Josh Bell hit a three-run home run in the fourth inning, and Nathaniel Lowe added a two-run homer in the sixth to secure the Nationals' victory.
Mitchell Parker pitched 6 1/3 scoreless innings, allowing seven hits and striking out five, showcasing the Nationals' strong starting rotation.
The Nationals' starting pitchers posted an impressive 1.03 ERA across the three-game series against the Phillies.
The Phillies, missing key players J.T. Realmuto and Trea Turner due to injuries, struggled offensively and went 0-for-9 with runners in scoring position.
Rookie Dylan Crews continued to face challenges at the plate, going 0-for-11 in the series with eight consecutive strikeouts.