Nationals Defeat Astros 8-2 at Nationals Park
Houston Astros
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Washington Nationals
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Venue: Nationals Park
Attendance: 17,760
The Washington Nationals powered past the Houston Astros 8-2 at Nationals Park. Luis Garcia Jr. sparked the offense with a home run, three RBI, and a stolen base. Foster Griffin dominated on the mound, pitching seven strong innings with nine strikeouts and no walks before 17,760 fans.