Contreras Powers Cardinals to 8-3 Win Over Nationals

Willson Contreras powered the St. Louis Cardinals to an 8-3 victory over the Washington Nationals by hitting his second homer of the series, contributing three RBIs, and scoring twice. Nolan Gorman and Nolan Arenado also made significant contributions, helping the Cardinals secure their fifth win in seven games. Kyle Gibson (7-3) pitched five-plus innings, allowing three runs and striking out eight. Despite a strong offensive effort, the Nationals struggled with pitching and defense, suffering their ninth loss in 13 games. Lance Lynn had a career-worst outing in a previous game, allowing 11 runs in 2 2/3 innings as the Nationals cruised to a 14-6 victory. Contreras has been on a hot streak, hitting crucial homers and driving in key runs in recent games, including a dramatic game-tying homer in the ninth inning of a 7-6 win on Friday.