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Nationals Secure Beltway Series Win Over Orioles with Late Sacrifice Fly

Luis Garcia Jr.'s eighth-inning sacrifice fly broke a tie, while early home runs from James Wood and Josh Bell powered Washington's 4–3 victory.

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Baltimore Orioles' Tyler O'Neill, right, strikes out swinging in front of Washington Nationals catcher Keibert Ruiz (20) during the fourth inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, April 23, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)
Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Cade Povich throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Thursday, April 24, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
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Overview

  • James Wood's 116.3 mph leadoff homer tied Bryce Harper's record for the hardest-hit Nationals home run in the Statcast era.
  • Josh Bell followed with a two-run homer in the first inning, giving the Nationals an early 3–0 lead.
  • Orioles starter Tomoyuki Sugano rebounded after the first inning, completing seven strong innings without a walk.
  • Baltimore stranded 12 runners and went 1-for-12 with runners in scoring position, continuing their offensive struggles.
  • Kyle Finnegan recorded his ninth save of the season, capping the Nationals' fourth win in their last five games.