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Reliever Gus Varland allowed two home runs and five earned runs in two innings of work, then was optioned to Class AAA Rochester after the game. (Brad Mills/IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)

Third consecutive bullpen collapse leaves Nationals reeling and back at .500

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The Washington Nationals' bullpen blew a lead for the third consecutive night, losing to the Philadelphia Phillies, 10-5. Despite a strong start from Cade Cavalli and a solid offensive effort, the bullpen faltered, with Gus Varland giving up five runs in the ninth. Manager Blake Butera expressed frustration over the lack of a reliable closer, as the team fell to .500 for the season.

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