Washington seized control in the second inning and never let go, defeating Cleveland 6-3 at Progressive Field. The Nationals scored four times in the second frame to build a commanding lead that proved decisive despite a late Guardians push.
Cade Cavalli earned the victory with six innings of one-run ball, allowing five hits while striking out seven. The right-hander walked two and carried a 3.62 ERA into his third win of the season. Mitchell Parker closed out the final three innings for his first save, striking out five while allowing two runs.
The game turned in the second inning when Ruiz singled to center, scoring Lile and Young to open the scoring. Wood followed with a two-run homer to right field, extending the lead to 4-0. Wood finished 3-for-4 with two runs and two RBIs, raising his season totals to 15 home runs and 37 RBIs.
Joey Cantillo absorbed the loss for Cleveland, lasting just two innings while allowing four runs on three hits and four walks. The left-hander struck out one and fell to 4-2 with a 3.88 ERA. The Guardians managed only one run through eight innings before mounting a late rally in the ninth.
Washington extended its winning streak to three games and improved to 28-27. Cleveland snapped a losing streak but fell to 32-24, maintaining first place in their division.