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Garcia Jr. Blasts Nats to Victory Over Mariners
14 Jun
Summary
- Luis Garcia Jr.'s two-run homer broke a tie in the fifth inning.
- CJ Abrams contributed three hits, two RBIs, and two runs.
- Nationals starter Cade Cavalli earned the win with five innings pitched.
The Washington Nationals secured an 8-3 win against the Seattle Mariners on Saturday, with Luis Garcia Jr. hitting a crucial two-run home run in the fifth inning to break a tie. The Nationals' offense was strong, highlighted by CJ Abrams' three hits, two runs batted in, and two runs scored.
Nationals starter Cade Cavalli (4-4) pitched effectively, earning the win by surrendering three runs on four hits over five innings, striking out five batters without a walk. The Mariners' offense saw a home run from Colt Emerson, his second in as many games.
Seattle's pitcher Luis Castillo (2-6) allowed five runs, two of which were earned, over 5 2/3 innings. Mariners outfielder Randy Arozarena was absent from the lineup due to a left hamstring strain and is considered day-to-day.
The Nationals took an early lead with three unearned runs in the first inning. Seattle rallied in the fifth to tie the game, but Garcia Jr.'s homer quickly restored Washington's advantage. Late-game defensive efforts and additional scoring in the seventh inning sealed the victory for the Nationals.
