Phillies Seek Four-Game Sweep Against Nationals

The Philadelphia Phillies won their home series against the Washington Nationals, taking two out of three games but falling short of a sweep after a 4-2 loss in the finale. Despite the defeat, Phillies starters delivered quality performances throughout the series, and Trea Turner continued his strong hitting, raising his average and providing offensive consistency. The Phillies' offense had been surging, particularly with Kyle Schwarber hitting key home runs as the team maintained an impressive home record. However, defensive miscues and bullpen struggles cost them in the final game, allowing the Nationals to capitalize and snap a three-game losing streak. For Washington, rookie Brad Lord earned his first career win, aided by aggressive baserunning and opportunistic scoring. Overall, the series highlighted both teams' strengths and ongoing challenges, with Philadelphia looking dominant at home and Washington finding ways to win despite recent struggles.