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Swanson’s 3-Run Blast Keys Cubs’ 11-5 Win Over Nationals

Javier Assad steadied Chicago against a Washington starter mired in a slump.

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Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson rounds the bases after hitting a three-run home run in the first inning against the Nationals on Friday, Sept. 5, 2025, at Wrigley Field. (Erin Hooley/AP)

Overview

  • Chicago launched four home runs, with solo shots from Reese McGuire, Nico Hoerner and Ian Happ following Dansby Swanson’s three-run drive.
  • A five-run first inning set the tone as the Cubs never trailed, logging their fifth win in seven games and halting the Nationals’ three-game streak.
  • Javier Assad improved to 2-1 with his second straight winning start, allowing four runs over 5 1/3 innings with four strikeouts.
  • Nationals right-hander Jake Irvin was charged with seven runs in 3 1/3 innings, taking the loss for a fourth consecutive start.
  • Daylen Lile tripled twice and drove in two and Luis Garcia Jr. hit a two-run homer for Washington, while Kyle Tucker sat a second game with a calf issue the club hopes will allow a DH return this weekend.