Victory for the Nationals! 
What an unforgettable game! Being a Nationals fan is a rollercoaster of emotions, and tonight's game against the Pirates is the perfect example. Our boys pulled through with a nail-biting 6-5 victory after a slow start. Pirates Take the Early Lead
The Pirates took an early lead in the 3rd inning, as Bryan Reynolds' single brought home Jared Triolo. It was a bit of a struggle for our Nats to find their rhythm, as James Wood, Josh Bell, and others couldn't quite connect in the first half at bat.Nats Fire Back in the 6th and 7th Inning 
In the 6th inning, the spark came from Brady House with a 402-foot homer that got us on the board. Then, Dylan Crews was the hero of the night as his 407-foot bomb brought in two runs in the 7th inning, putting us in front for the first time at 4-3. Josh Bell soon capitalized on an error by the Pirates to bring in two more runs, extending our lead to 6-3.Holding Their Nerve to Secure the Win 
The final innings had everyone at the edge of their seats. The Pirates tried to claw back and made it 6-5. But despite the late surge from Pittsburgh, our bullpen held firm, thanks to some clutch plays by our infield. Nick Ferrer managed to close it out, ensuring that the home fans left with smiles on their faces.Celebrating the Nats Spirit 
Kudos to the entire team for showcasing such resilience and determination. A special shoutout to Josh Bell and Dylan Crews for their standout performances that truly made a difference. Let’s carry this momentum forward! Go Nats! 
Scoreboard for Pirates @ Nationals (September 12th, 2025)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 8 | 1 |
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 10 | 1 |