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Nats' Epic Collapse: 9-1 Lead Lost in 9 Innings
14 Jun
Summary
- The Nationals lost an 11-10 game after leading 9-1 in the eighth inning.
- Five historic blown leads for the Washington Commanders franchise are recalled.
- The 1979 loss to Dallas knocked the Redskins out of the playoffs.
The Washington Nationals experienced a shocking 11-10 loss to the San Francisco Giants, falling victim to a walk-off grand slam in the ninth inning. This marked a dramatic turn after holding a commanding 9-1 lead in the eighth.
The Nationals' collapse echoes other significant blown leads in Washington's football history. The article highlights five memorable instances where substantial advantages were lost.
These include the 1979 season finale against Dallas, where a 34-21 lead evaporated into a 35-34 loss, eliminating the Redskins from the playoffs. Another instance was in 1989, when the Redskins lost 42-37 to the Eagles despite holding two 20-point leads in the first half.
Further examples encompass a 1999 season opener loss to Dallas, where a 35-14 lead in the third quarter was erased, leading to an overtime defeat. In 1983, the Redskins lost 31-30 to Dallas after a strong 23-3 first-half performance. Finally, a 2019 game saw a 17-0 lead turn into a 32-27 loss against the Eagles.
