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Nationals Clinch San Francisco Series as Road Surge Continues

The series win underscores Washington’s road success driven by lineup moves that have produced the majors’ best first-inning offense.

Giants pitcher Adrian Houser (12), who allowed three runs, prepares to depart in the fifth inning of Tuesday’s game against the Nationals at Oracle Park. 
Washington’s Jacob Young slides home safely after a wild pitch by Giants pitcher Erik Miller (68) in the seventh inning Tuesday at Oracle Park. 
Giants shortstop Willy Adames collects his thoughs after striking out in the first inning Tuesday’s game against the Nationals at Oracle Park. 
Washington’s Jacob Young gestures to his teammates after hitting a triple in the fifth inning of Tuesday’s game against the Giants at Oracle Park. 

Overview

  • The Nationals beat the Giants 6-3 on Tuesday night to clinch the San Francisco series, using an early Luis García Jr. two-run homer to seize the lead.
  • CJ Abrams delivered late-game production this trip with a ninth-inning go-ahead hit and now has 51 RBIs for the season, a key reason Washington has broken late-game droughts.
  • Washington’s offense has been especially strong to start games, posting the most first-inning runs in MLB and converting that edge into their 23rd road win, tied for the major-league lead.
  • San Francisco stranded 13 runners in Tuesday’s game and saw starter Adrian Houser fail to work five full innings for the fourth straight time, leaving the Giants with missed scoring chances and short pitching outings.
  • Manager Blake Butera’s lineup adjustments, including James Wood batting leadoff and Abrams in the middle of the order, have helped the Nationals win five consecutive road series for the first time since 2014 and move a few games above .500.