The Nationals dedicated their 12th win when trailing after six innings to outfielder Stone Garrett, who fractured his left fibula attempting to catch DJ LeMahieu’s home run in the seventh inning Wednesday.
Strasburg, who turned 35 last month, had his career knocked off course and ultimately cut short by injuries after leading the Nationals to their first title in franchise history four years ago.
The Midshipmen have lost three consecutive season openers, including to FCS opponent Delaware 14-7 at home a year ago, when opponents outscored Navy 81-43 in the first quarter.
A former Cecil County Sheriff’s deputy is accused of witness retaliation and spreading revenge porn during his tenure, according to the Office of the Maryland State Prosecutor.
Means underwent Tommy John surgery last April, then had a setback in his recovery earlier this year. But he’s steadily increasing his workload in minor league games and hopes to be able to help the only organization he’s ever played for finally return to the playoffs.
Even after an up-and-down start Tuesday, this much is clear: Grayson Rodriguez is ready for a high-pressure role in the playoffs. He and Kyle Bradish should give Baltimore the type of 1-2 punch teams need to succeed in October.
Starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez wasn't sharp, but he found a way to keep Baltimore in the game. A rare mistake by Baumann to start the 10th put the Blue Jays ahead for good, though.