mlb Game Recap
Game Wrap - Washington 3-1 Victors Over Pirates
Washington got a 3-1 victory over Pittsburgh on Wednesday, with Paolo Espino earning the victory and helping Nationals moneyline bettors cash out.
The Nationals were a -162 favorite in the win. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 9.
Washington got 1.2 innings from Brad Hand, who gave up 0 earned runs on 2 hits, while striking out 1. Paolo Espino earned the victory, while the Nationals got 2 RBIs from Josh Bell in the win.
Pittsburgh got a 1-inning outing from Chasen Shreve in the loss. He gave up 0 earned runs, 0 walks and 1 hits in his time on the mound, while Bryan Reynolds had 2 hits in the loss for the Pirates.
Pittsburgh enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 9-8 advantage in hits.
The game was closed out by Brad Hand who got the final outs in the victory. He allowed 2 hits, 0 walks and fanned 1 batters to earn the save.
Washington looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against New York. Pittsburgh will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Cleveland.