CJ Abrams hit a leadoff homer, stole three bases and scored three runs as the Washington Nationals beat the Minnesota Twins 7-2 on Sunday. Nationals starter Jake Irvin (8-5), a Twin Cities native pitching at Target Field for the first time,

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ESPN's Jeff Passan discussed the possibility of the Chicago Cubs going all-in at the trade deadline and acquiring Washington Nationals pitcher MacKenzie Gore.

Cincinnati Reds left-hander Nick Lodolo (8-6) lowered his ERA to 3.08 with his first career shutout, second by Reds (also Andrew Abbott).

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Finnegan, 33, is in his sixth year at the big league level. He became the Nationals closer in 2023, but really broke out in 2024, making his first career All-Star team. Set to be a free agent after last season, FInnegan's 2.45 ERA and 25 saves in the first half left him looking like a strong candidate for a trade.