The Nationals missed a chance to sweep in Kansas City as they instead lost 3-2 on a walk-off single by Michael Massey. Mark (Live from KC) & Al delve into Davey Martinez's decision to give Chad Kuhl the final two innings of work to try and protect the lead handed off by MacKenzie Gore. Were Kyle Finnegan and Hunter Harvey available?

(05:45) Martinez was openly critical of Lane Thomas' decision to not dive for the line drive on what ultimately was the final at bat of the game. The bottom of the 9th was a poor one defensively for Washington as Dom Smith had a critical routine error that began the Royals rally.

(15:50) Gore set a career high with 11Ks in 7 IP to shake off some recent mediocre outings. The hosts discuss how good the lefty looked on Sunday and what to make of such a strong start.

(25:40) The Nationals promoted James Wood to AA- Harrisburg and he already singled in his first at bat with the Senators. Mark assesses what the chances are that Wood could make his MLB debut in 2023. As Wood leaves High-A Wilmington, Sean Doolittle joins the Delaware based affiliate as he moves into the next phase of his rehab.

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