Cubs Defeat Nationals 8-6 on Pete Crow-Armstrong's 27th Homer
The Chicago Cubs secured an 8-6 victory over the Washington Nationals on Tuesday night, fueled by home runs from Pete Crow-Armstrong and Alex Bregman. Crow-Armstrong's 27th home run of the season was a significant factor in the win, moving the Cubs 20 games over .500.
Key takeaways
- The Chicago Cubs defeated the Washington Nationals 8-6 on Tuesday night.
- Pete Crow-Armstrong hit his 27th home run, a key factor in the Cubs' victory.
- Alex Bregman also contributed with a home run and scored three runs.
- The win put the Cubs 20 games above .500.

What Happened
The Chicago Cubs defeated the Washington Nationals 8-6 on Tuesday night in a game that saw significant offensive contributions from Pete Crow-Armstrong and Alex Bregman. Crow-Armstrong hit his 27th home run of the season, a 437-foot shot. Bregman contributed with his 13th home run, finishing the game 2 for 4 with three runs scored. The Cubs rallied from an early deficit to secure the win.
Key Facts
- The Chicago Cubs defeated the Washington Nationals with a score of 8-6 on Tuesday night.
- Pete Crow-Armstrong hit his 27th home run of the season, estimated at 437 feet.
- Alex Bregman hit his 13th home run and went 2 for 4 with three runs scored.
- The Cubs moved to 20 games over .500 with the victory.
- The game took place in Washington D.C.
- The first pitch was scheduled for 6:45 p.m. on Tuesday, August 11, 2026.
- There was a 30% chance of rain and a 30% chance of a delay for the game.
- The Cubs are playing a three-game series against the Nationals in Washington.
Background
The Chicago Cubs are in Washington for a three-game series against the Nationals. The Cubs are coming off a series victory against the Kansas City Royals. Manager Craig Counsell made several lineup changes ahead of the series.
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