Washington Nationals tops Kansas City Royals 7-3
Game Summary
Washington Nationals topped Kansas City Royals 7-3. A comfortable 4-run margin reflected Washington Nationals's steady command of the game.
The turning point came in the bottom of the 5th. Washington Nationals pushed across 5 runs to seize control of the game.
Key Players
Maikel Garcia led Kansas City Royals's offense, going 1-for-4, 2 RBI. Kansas City Royals reliever Beck Way threw 2.0 IP, 0 ER, 2 K and anchored the pitching staff.
Dylan Crews led Washington Nationals's offense, going 1-for-4, 1 HR, 3 RBI. Washington Nationals reliever Clayton Beeter threw 1.0 IP, 0 ER, 2 K and anchored the pitching staff.
Pitching Report
Kansas City Royals starter Mitch Spence: 4.0 IP, 7 H, 6 ER, 1 K, 1 BB (63 pitches). Failed to complete five innings, leaving extra burden on the bullpen. Bullpen: 4.0 IP, 1 ER, 2 K (ERA 2.25).
Washington Nationals starter Andrew Alvarez: 4.0 IP, 5 H, 1 ER, 5 K, 1 BB (58 pitches). Failed to complete five innings, leaving extra burden on the bullpen. Bullpen: 5.0 IP, 2 ER, 5 K (ERA 3.60).
Hitting Analysis
Kansas City Royals: 7 H, 3 RBI (team AVG 0.226).
Multi-hit games: Jac Caglianone (2-for-4), Nick Loftin (2-for-3).
Washington Nationals: 8 H, 7 RBI (team AVG 0.258). Includes 1 HR. Drew 4 walks, boosting on-base production.
Multi-hit games: Nasim Nuñez (2-for-2).