Playing most of the game without their manager and hot-hitting young star, the Washington Nationals squeaked out a 3-2 win over the New York Yankees on Wednesday night. Drew Storen struck out Alex Rodriguez with one on and two outs in the ninth to seal the victory.
Manager Matt Williams and right fielder Bryce Harper were each ejected by home plate umpire Marvin Hudson in the third inning, but the Nationals rallied to win the game following their absence. With the victory, they moved into sole possession of first place in the National League East for the first time this season.