Overview

• The Washington Nationals ended their three-game losing streak by defeating the Philadelphia Phillies 4-2 in the series finale at Citizens Bank Park.
• Rookie pitcher Brad Lord earned his first major league victory, allowing two runs over five-plus innings with four strikeouts and one walk.
• Luis Garcia Jr. played a pivotal role for Washington, contributing two hits, an RBI, and scoring on a double steal during the decisive sixth inning.
• Phillies starter Taijuan Walker took the loss, giving up four runs (one earned) in 5⅔ innings after a challenging sixth inning that included a defensive error.
• Trea Turner led Philadelphia's offense with a three-hit performance, but the Phillies' four-game winning streak was snapped.