The Nationals outlasted the Woodpeckers 6-4 in a thrilling showdown! Nick Peoples powered the offense with a grand slam, driving in four crucial runs. Despite a strong outing from DJ Newman, the Woodpeckers couldn't overcome their missed chances, stranding nine runners on base.
The Nationals took the victory over the Woodpeckers, showcasing a powerful offensive display highlighted by Nick Peoples' grand slam that brought in four runs. This pivotal moment ultimately set the tone for the game, allowing the Nationals to fend off a late charge from the Woodpeckers.
Despite having more hits, the Woodpeckers struggled to capitalize on their opportunities, leaving nine runners stranded on base, which proved costly. Meanwhile, DJ Newman and Carlos Cauro each went 2-for-4, but their efforts weren't enough to close the gap against a solid Nationals lineup.
The Nationals are winners of 2 straight, 5-5 over their last 10. The Woodpeckers are winners of 9 straight, 9-1 over their last 10.
The Nationals are up next at Shorebirds (Aug 27-29). The Woodpeckers are up next home vs RidgeYaks (Aug 27-29).
Ranked by win probability added: how far each player's plays moved this game's odds, not how their box-score line reads. A single with the bases loaded in the ninth outranks a home run in a blowout, because that is what actually decided it.
Runs by inning across the top, then every batter and pitcher underneath. The pills switch clubs; the totals column is each side’s own line, not a comparison.
| Inning | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FAYFayetteville Woodpeckers | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 7 | 1 |
| FBGFredericksburg Nationals | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| Player | AB | R | H | RBI | BB | K |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waner Luciano DH | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| German Ramirez SS | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Kevin Alvarez CF | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Carlos Cauro C | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Juan Sierra LF | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Yosweld Vasquez 1B | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| DJ Newman RF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brandon Nigh 3B | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Reylin Perez 2B | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Javier Perez P | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jesus Carrera P | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Player | IP | H | R | ER | BB | K |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Javier Perez | 5.0 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 6 |
| Jesus Carrera | 3.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 |
Every plate appearance as it happened, newest first, with the scoring plays called out. Baseball Savant gamefeed.
| Inn | Play | Win probability | Swing |
|---|---|---|---|
| T9 | FBG 100.0 | 14.8 | |
| T9 | FBG 85.2 | 3.3 | |
| T9 | FBG 88.5 | 12.6 | |
| T9 | FBG 82.6 | 7.5 | |
| T9 | FBG 91.0 | 4.6 | |
| T9 | FBG 95.6 | 3.8 | |
| T9 | FBG 92.5 | 4.1 | |
| B8 | FBG 96.6 | 0.3 |
Win probability after each plate appearance, with the side in front named. Swing is how far that plate appearance moved it. Plays that scored a run are set in bold. Baseball Savant gamefeed.
The full ladder, with both clubs marked.