run 8th inning completes the comeback and the sweep – Dodgers Digest
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Key Points:
- After a rain delay of over two hours, the Dodgers completed a comeback victory against the Nationals, winning 8-6 and sweeping the series to start their East Coast trip.
- Nationals starter Foster Griffin pitched effectively, limiting damage despite allowing multiple baserunners, while Dodgers starter Roki Sasaki struggled early, giving up six runs over five innings.
- The Dodgers began their rally in the 6th inning and took the lead with a four-run 8th inning, highlighted by key hits from Santiago Espinal and a sac fly by Shohei Ohtani.
- Relievers Tanner Scott and Edwin Diaz closed out the game for the Dodgers, with Diaz securing a clean 9th inning to preserve the win.
- The sweep improves the Dodgers' season record to 7-2, marking a successful start to their road trip.
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