While the game started out promising, with the visiting Nationals getting out to a 3-0 lead, they quickly saw their lead evaporate in a nightmare bottom of the 6th inning. With a 3-run lead heading into the bottom of the frame and Jake Irvin pitching surprisingly well, things seemed to be going right for the Nationals. However, there is some reason to be optimistic as the Nationals look to get their 8th victory in their last 10 games and take their third series victory in a row, as the team is set to welcome back an All-Star to the big league club. After an outstanding first half that saw Gore make his 1st career All-Star Game, Gore fell off in late July as his name was being tossed around in trade rumors, and his struggles have remained consistent since then. Also important to note, the Nationals optioned righty reliever Orlando Ribalta back to AAA Rochester to clear space for Gore.