Stone Garrett’s triumphant return to the major leagues after a year, headlined the Washington Nationals’ 9-1 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies, ending the Nationals’ four-game losing streak. Garrett hit a home run in his first plate appearance and recorded three hits and three RBIs in the game. Luis García Jr., Juan Yepez, and Jacob Young also had three hits each, contributing to the Nationals’ offensive explosion. Meanwhile, pitcher Trevor Williams threw five shutout innings, allowing only three hits and two walks.
On the other side, Phillies’ Ranger Suárez struggled, giving up six runs in two innings. The Phillies, who have already secured the NL East title and a playoff bye, fell behind the Los Angeles Dodgers for the top seed in the National League.
Garrett’s performance was particularly remarkable as he hadn’t played in the majors since suffering a leg injury in 2023. His explosive return sparked emotions for both him and his team. Manager Dave Martinez praised Garrett’s hard work and dedication in getting back to the game.
The victory was a much-needed boost for the Nationals, who had been struggling in recent games. They had only beaten the Phillies three times in 11 meetings this season.
Looking ahead, the Phillies will send Zack Wheeler to the mound to face Nationals’ pitcher MacKenzie Gore in the next game. The win marks a turning point for the Nationals as they aim to finish the season on a high note.
Source
Photo credit wtop.com
