Mitchell Parker took center stage as the Washington Nationals' starting pitcher against the Baltimore Orioles, leading his team to a 7-0 victory. Parker threw eight scoreless innings, allowing just one hit and two walks, earning applause from the crowd. With a remarkable 1.39 ERA, he ranks seventh among MLB starters. Once a fifth-round draft pick with inconsistent control, Parker has since progressed, evoking confidence with his strong performance this season, particularly with runners in scoring position, showcasing his renewed pitching command and effectiveness.
Parker began his slow walk back to the dugout, took a big breath, removed his glove and looked up briefly to a standing ovation.
The left-hander got Jackson Holliday looking with a slider that touched the very top of the strike zone.
Parker now boasts a 1.39 ERA, good for seventh in the majors among qualified starters.
With runners on base, they haven't touched him.
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