The Washington Nationals exploded for a season-high 15 runs to rout the Minnesota Twins 15-2, sparked by CJ Abrams’ grand slam and a career-best five RBIs. Four Nationals homers, including Millas, House and Tena, fueled a four-homer, 10-extra-base-hit performance that snapped a recent power drought. The attack supported a solid start from Miles Mikolas and a debuting Zak Kent, who worked in relief and then finished strong as the bullpen combined for a three-hitter. The lopsided result marked the Nationals’ fifth win in 18 home games this season and set the tone ahead of the series finale. Looking forward, Washington aims to carry the momentum into the next matchup while Minnesota searches for consistency in run production.
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CJ Abrams delivered a grand slam and matched a career high with five RBIs, aligning with a 3-for-5 night that included two doubles.
Drew Millas, Brady House and José Tena also homered, with Millas’ blast giving Washington a 3-2 lead in the fifth as part of the offensive surge.
The Nationals totaled a season-high four homers and 10 extra-base hits, marking a dramatic spike in power after four straight games without a homer.
Miles Mikolas allowed two runs on three hits across 5 1/3 innings, matching a season-high in innings while earning the win.
Zak Kent made his Nationals debut three days after being claimed off waivers from the Twins, contributing to a three-hitter by Washington’s pitching staff.
Matt Wallner provided the Twins’ lone early spark with a solo homer and two RBIs, while the team suffered its most runs in a game since a previous 17-6 loss.