The Nationals fell to a .500 record (29-29) after a 7-5 loss to the Padres, leading MLB in runs scored (311) and allowed (317). Friday featured dramatic walkoff home runs from MJ Melendez (Mets), Bryan Reynolds (Pirates), Ezequiel Tovar (Rockies), and Miguel Vargas (White Sox), while J.P. Crawford had a standout game for the Mariners, scoring four runs and hitting two homers. The Dodgers extended their winning streak to five with a 4-2 victory over the Phillies, powered by solo homers. Roki Sasaki aims to improve his performance against Jesus Luzardo in today’s matchup.
