The Nationals faced a tough challenge against the Tigers after an initial loss but turned the game around with strong batting. Spencer Torkelson gave the Tigers an early lead with a homer, but the Nationals quickly responded. Alex Call's two-run single and Paul DeJong's home run shifted the score to Washington's favor. Jake Irvin, despite a rough start, pitched effectively, completing six innings without a hit in the next five. James Wood also performed impressively, achieving a record-setting performance by going 5-for-5 at the plate.
Spencer Torkelson hit a fastball for a home run on the tenth pitch of his at-bat, putting the Tigers ahead 3-0 early in the game.
Alex Call's single scored two runs, turning a 3-0 deficit into a 3-2 game, and Paul DeJong later hit a home run to give the Nationals a 5-3 lead.
Jake Irvin escaped a challenging first inning but recovered to pitch six innings without allowing a single hit after the first.
James Wood set a record as the youngest player in Nats history and had a remarkable 5-for-5 night at the plate.
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