"Accountability was the buzzword heading into the season. The coaches want the players to keep them, and more importantly themselves and one other, responsible for their mistakes."
"CJ Abrams has already done just that. On Thursday, he hit a ball hard to right field, hesitated leaving the box and was subsequently thrown out at second. But he came into the dugout and owned up to the misstep."
"With two outs and the Cubs up 1-0, a flyball hit by Miguel Amaya landed in shallow right between first baseman Luis García Jr. and right fielder James Wood, allowing a run to score."
"On what should have been a routine popup, shortstop Nasim Núñez and left fielder Daylen Lile collided, sending in two more Cubs runs."
The Washington Nationals struggled in their second game of the season, losing 10-2 to the Cubs. Defensive errors led to runs, and the offense managed only four hits. The team is in a rebuilding phase, and accountability is emphasized by new leadership. Players are encouraged to take responsibility for their mistakes, fostering unity. Notable incidents included a misplayed flyball and a collision between players, which exemplified the need for improvement. The performance will shape the team's future under new management as they aim for competitiveness.
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