Nats Start Slow But Finish Strong! 
Wow, what a thrilling game! The Nationals put on an impressive performance to rally back and secure an 11-7 victory against the Detroit Tigers. Despite an early deficit, the Nats roared back in spectacular fashion. Let's dive into this milestone-laden game! The Game's Turning Point 
The Tigers were off to a hot start with a booming 3-run homer in the first inning courtesy of Spencer Torkelson, giving them an initial lead. But the Nats were quick to respond. Come the bottom of the first, Paul DeJong answered back with a 3-run shot of his own, as part of a 5-run inning. The stage was officially set! 
Key Moments and Heroics 
The action didn't stop there. James Wood delivered a mammoth home run in the second that extended the lead. Later, Amed Rosario and Alex Call came through in the clutch to keep the momentum swinging in our favor. And let's not forget Luis García Jr.'s pinch-hit single in the eighth, bringing more insurance runs. Oh, and how good did the bullpen look shutting down those late innings?! 
Closing It Out 
It was neck and neck for quite some time, but this Nationals team showed resilience at every corner! Hunter Finnegan closed out the ninth in perfect fashion. From the whole squad contributing, it was truly a team effort that kept fans on the edge of their seats. On to the next one, Nats fans! 
Final Score: Nationals 11, Tigers 7
Scoreboard for Tigers @ Nationals (July 3rd, 2025)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 11 | 15 | 0 |
| 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 8 | 3 |