# Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 7, Nationals 6 – September 19, 2024 ## The Chicago Cubs' Bounce Back After a tough loss to the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday, the Chicago Cubs bounced back with a 7-6 victory over the Washington Nationals on Sunday. The win snapped a three-game losing streak for the Cubs and kept them in the NL Wild Card race. ## Key Offensive Performances Patrick Wisdom led the Cubs' offense with a 3-for-4 performance, including a home run and three RBIs. Seiya Suzuki also had a big game, going 2-for-4 with a double and an RBI. Willson Contreras and Ian Happ each added two hits for the Cubs. ## Key Defensive Plays The Cubs' defense made several key plays throughout the game. In the top of the first inning, shortstop Nico Hoerner made a diving stop on a ground ball and threw out the runner at first base. In the top of the fourth inning, center fielder Michael Hermosillo made a running catch on a deep fly ball to end the inning. ## Pitching Performances Cubs starting pitcher Justin Steele allowed four runs on seven hits in 5.1 innings of work. He struck out six batters and walked two. The Cubs' bullpen was solid, with Keegan Thompson, Brad Hand, and Rowan Wick combining to allow just two runs on three hits in 3.2 innings of work. ## Nationals' Offensive Struggles The Nationals' offense struggled to keep pace with the Cubs throughout the game. Juan Soto and Nelson Cruz each had two hits for the Nationals, but the rest of the lineup was held in check by the Cubs' pitching staff. ## Key Takeaways ### The Cubs are still in the NL Wild Card race. ### Patrick Wisdom and Seiya Suzuki are key offensive pieces for the Cubs. ### The Cubs' defense made several key plays throughout the game. ### Justin Steele had a solid outing for the Cubs. ### The Nationals' offense struggled to keep pace with the Cubs.
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