The Washington Nationals have had far from the World Series title defense they were hoping for this year, both because of the makeshift Major League Baseball season that’s taking place, but also the fact that beyond the halfway point they’re seven games under .500.
Facing off against the Boston Red Sox this weekend, it initially looked like a good chance to bounce back and grab a much-needed series win. After a promising victory on Friday, their pitching failed them on Saturday and Sunday and led them to another series loss.
Here are the main takeaways from the three games at Fenway Park.