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Nationals Rout Phillies as Wiemer Sets Record
Washington batters tally 17 hits in lopsided victory over Philadelphia.
Mar. 31, 2026 at 5:55am
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A Nationals offensive explosion fueled by Joey Wiemer's historic start to the season.Philadelphia TodayThe Washington Nationals defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 13-2 on Monday night, led by a record-setting performance from outfielder Joey Wiemer. Wiemer tied a Major League record by reaching base in his first 13 plate appearances of the season, sparking a 17-hit rout for the Nationals.
Why it matters
Wiemer's historic start has fueled the Nationals' early-season success, as the team looks to build on last year's playoff appearance. The lopsided victory over the division rival Phillies also demonstrates Washington's offensive firepower and potential to challenge for the NL East title.
The details
Seven different Nationals batters recorded at least two hits in the game, with Wiemer leading the way. The outfielder legged out an infield single in the first inning to tie the record for most consecutive plate appearances reaching base to start a season.
- Wiemer tied the MLB record in the first inning on Monday, March 31, 2026.
The players
Joey Wiemer
A 25-year-old outfielder for the Washington Nationals who is off to a historic start to the 2026 season.
Washington Nationals
The professional baseball team based in Washington, D.C. that competes in the National League East division.
Philadelphia Phillies
The professional baseball team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that competes in the National League East division.
The takeaway
Wiemer's record-setting performance has provided an early spark for the Nationals, who will look to build on this dominant win over their division rival Phillies as they aim to return to the playoffs in 2026.
