""I know it wasn't an easy start to the season in terms of schedule and everything - we've made some mistakes no doubt along the way - but the one thing I couldn't be more proud of is just the way these guys have worked every single day.""
""You look up 17 games later, and we have a winning record on that stretch. Just really, really proud of the effort here.""
""While the rotation entered the series with the highest ERA in the majors at 5.95, Jake Irvin and Griffin - as well as Miles Mikolas, who came in after an opener - allowed just two runs across 16⅓ innings.""
""Butera has opted to use an opener for Mikolas in his last three appearances, and this change seems to be making him serviceable.""
The Washington Nationals completed a demanding 17-game stretch with a winning record, highlighted by a series win against the Chicago White Sox. Foster Griffin excelled with seven scoreless innings, and José Tena's home run in the 10th secured the victory. Manager Blake Butera praised the team's daily effort despite mistakes. The pitching staff showed improvement, with a notable performance from Jake Irvin, who struck out nine in a shutout outing. The use of an opener for Miles Mikolas has also contributed to better results on the mound.
Read at The Washington Post
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