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In a thrilling matchup, the Washington Nationals topped the Chicago Cubs 6-3, thanks to a strong performance from reliever Jake Irvin, who went deep with 5.0 innings, allowing only 2 runs while striking out 7, and key offensive contributions from Joey Wiemer and Keibert Ruiz, who both homered, with Ruiz’s blast in the eighth inning sealing the victory.