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Griffin Makes Nationals History
20 Jul
Summary
- Foster Griffin set a franchise record for consecutive starts with one run allowed.
- Griffin's outing secured a series win against the Athletics.
- CJ Abrams hit his career-high 21st home run of the season.
Foster Griffin delivered a masterful performance on Sunday, tossing seven innings and allowing just one run to secure a 5-2 victory for the Washington Nationals against the Athletics. This outing not only clinched the series for his team but also established a new franchise record (2005-present) for the most consecutive starts with one run allowed or fewer, extending to eight starts.
Griffin's accomplishment places him in rare company, tying Pedro Martinez for the most consecutive starts with one run allowed or fewer in Nationals/Expos history. The left-hander, who previously played in Japan, now boasts a 2.68 ERA through 20 starts, ranking him among the league's top starters. His success underscores the effectiveness of manager Blake Butera's recent rotation adjustments.
In addition to Griffin's historic pitching, CJ Abrams contributed significantly to the Nationals' offense. He hit a crucial two-run homer in the fifth inning, which marked his 21st home run of the season, setting a new career high. This blast provided a vital scoring cushion and exemplifies the strong offensive performance many Nationals players are having this year.
