Stephen Strasburg Pummeled In Return To The Mound
In his first start since June 8, Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg lasted only 4.2 innings. According to Deadspin, Strasburg gave up eight hits and six runs overall in a loss to the Braves. The six runs are the most Strasburg has allowed in an MLB start since August 2016. The Nationals are now a game under .500 and 6.5 games back of first place in the NL East.