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Curtis Mead, second from right, is congratulated by teammates Luis García Jr., right, and CJ Abrams, front left, after the Nationals defeat the visiting Phillies. (John McDonnell/AP Photo/John McDonnell)

Nationals halt the Phillies, and it really means something

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The Washington Nationals defeated the Philadelphia Phillies, 4-1, in a crucial series opener at Nationals Park. Foster Griffin pitched a career-high 7⅓ innings, supported by home runs from Luis García Jr. and Curtis Mead. The Nationals capitalized on early runs and strong pitching to secure the win.

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