Wood, Nationals End Skid with 4-2 Win over Giants

James Wood ended a 21-game homerless streak with a leadoff home run, his third of the season, helping the Washington Nationals to a 4-2 victory over the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park. Wood, who had struggled since the All-Star break, also delivered an RBI double, while Paul DeJong and Josh Bell hit back-to-back solo homers off Giants rookie Carson Whisenhunt. Rookie pitcher Brad Lord threw six innings of one-run ball, effectively containing the Giants' offense and escaping critical jams. Left-hander Jose A. Ferrer earned a five-out save to secure the win. The Nationals, who had been struggling with only one win in their previous nine games, showed improved offense with 11 hits. The win highlights Wood's resurgence and Lord's effectiveness as Washington seeks a strong end to their season.