Game 122: Soto & Bell HRs All the Padres Need

The Nats lost 2-1 as all of San Diego's runs came off of Josh Bell & Juan Soto Solo HRs. Mark (Live form Petco Park) and Al discuss the former Nationals impact, and how it was Bell's first hit against Washington since the trade (0 for 20 prior to the homer).

(5:10) Josiah Gray only lasted five frames, but did only allow one run off of four hits. He threw a lot of balls on the evening as he issued five walks in the outing; compared to only three strikeouts.

(20:20) Luke Voit was scratched for the second straight day due to back tightness and Mark gives an update on his status. Adding to the offensive woes, Yadiel Hernandez was placed on the 10 day IL due to a left calf strain and his replacement Josh Palacios did not make it to San Diego in time to be a pinch-hitting option.

(27:15) Cade Cavalli threw five innings in Worcester, MA and only gave up one run. Davey Martinez seemed to cryptically indicate pregame that he might be on his way to Washington next month.

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