Nationals in Crisis: Star Pitcher Injured! The Washington Nationals' losing streak hits six as MacKenzie Gore lands on the injured list, throwing the team's already struggling season into further turmoil. Can the young, inexperienced pitching rotation step up, or will the Nationals need to make drastic changes to find their future ace and escape this downward spiral?

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All-Star to Injured List: Did the Nationals Make a Costly Mistake with MacKenzie Gore? The Nationals' star pitcher, MacKenzie Gore, lands on the injured list after a promising season took a post-All-Star break nosedive. Was holding onto Gore at the trade deadline a gamble that backfired? With recurring struggles and an uncertain future, can Gore become the dominant pitcher Washington needs, or will his summer slumps continue to haunt the team's aspirations?

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Nationals catcher Keibert Ruiz is on the road to recovery from a concussion, but can he fix Washington's catching crisis? He's set to ramp up baseball activities, while the team's depth is so thin they've called up a minor leaguer hitting under .150 just to have a backup.

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Nationals' Home Run Hopes Fall Short: Despite offseason power moves, the Nats are still near the bottom in home runs, with key slugger James Wood underperforming. Their pitching staff is giving up more home runs than the team is hitting, highlighting a critical power gap they must fix to win.

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Mackenzie Gore's early-season dominance vanished after the All-Star break! Was it fatigue, predictability, or something else? We dissect Gore's pitch mix, unravel his struggles, and explore whether the Nationals' young pitcher can rediscover his ace potential.

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Nationals' losing streak hits six as a controversial strike call seals a frustrating loss against the Rays. Missed opportunities and questionable decisions at the plate plagued the Nats, leading to mounting pressure and dwindling morale. Can they regroup and overcome the tough calls to salvage their season?

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Nationals' youth movement accelerates as veteran Paul DeJong's future hangs in the balance after a disappointing season. Can Washington leverage DeJong and other veterans for more prospects, or will his injury history scare off potential suitors? With young stars emerging, is there still a place for DeJong in the Nationals' long-term plans?

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Rays defeat Nationals 4-1! Two-run homer by Brandon Lowe and Everson Pereira's first career home run power Tampa Bay to victory. Brian Van Belle earns his first major league win, while Garrett Cleavinger strikes out the side in a critical jam. Nationals' offense sputters, going 0-12 with runners in scoring position, extending their losing streak to six games.

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Nationals catcher Drew Millas is sidelined with a fractured and dislocated left index finger after a catcher's interference incident, requiring surgery and landing him on the injured list. In response, the Nationals have called up C.J. Stubbs from Triple-A Rochester to fill the void. While Millas recovers, Stubbs gets his shot to prove himself in the majors, facing a crucial test as he adapts to major league pitching and aims to contribute to Washington's lineup.

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Nationals overcome early setback! Find out how Luis García Jr.'s clutch sacrifice fly in the first inning ignited a spark, shifting momentum and fueling the team's determination to fight back from a two-run deficit. This single play kept the Nats in striking distance, setting the stage for a high-energy game.

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