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Corbin earns 100th career win as Nationals defeat Rockies with six innings pitched
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    Corbin earns 100th career win as Nationals defeat Rockies with six innings pitched

    WASHINGTON — Patrick Corbin pitched six innings to earn career win No. 100, Juan Yepez hit a three-run home run and the Washington Nationals beat the Colorado Rockies 8-3 on Thursday to take the rubber game of the series.

    Luis Garcia Jr. and Jose Tena had two hits each for the Nationals, who have won three of their last four games.

    In his sixth try for the milestone win, Corbin (3-12) allowed one run on four hits. He walked one batter and struck out a season-high eight.

    Corbin went 14-7 with a 3.25 ERA for Washington in 2019 and was the winning pitcher in Game 7 of the World Series. Since then, the 35-year-old left-hander is 30-69 with a 5.64 ERA as he nears the end of a six-year, $140-million contract.

    Brenton Doyle and Jacob Stallings homered for the Rockies.

    Starter Cal Quantrill (8-9) gave up two runs on two hits over five innings.

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    Colorado’s Bud Black managed his 1,160th game, passing Clint Hurdle for the most games managed in Rockies history. Hurdle leads Black in wins, 534-523.

    Washington took a 2-0 lead in the third. Joey Gallo led off with a walk and went to third on Alex Call’s one-out single. After Call stole second, James Wood blooped a two-out, two-run single to center.

    The Rockies loaded the bases with two singles and a hit batter in the fourth, but Nolan Jones grounded into an inning-ending double play.

    After Doyle’s homer made it 2-1 in the sixth, Washington added three runs in the bottom half, getting an RBI double from Keibert Ruiz and run-scoring hits from Garcia and Tena.

    Yepez broke it open with his homer in the eighth.

    Stallings homered in the ninth, scoring Michael Toglia, who walked.

    TRAINER’S ROOM

    Rockies: RHP Ryan Feltner (right shoulder strain) made his first rehab start with Triple-A Albuquerque on Wednesday. He allowed five runs, three earned, on four hits over 2 2/3 innings (49 pitches).

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    Nationals: LHP MacKenzie Gore (7-11, 4.66 ERA) starts the opener of a three-game series at the Atlanta Braves on Friday.

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    In a milestone moment for Washington Nationals pitcher Patrick Corbin, the left-hander notched his 100th career win as the Nationals defeated the Colorado Rockies in a thrilling matchup. Corbin showcased his pitching prowess by throwing six solid innings, allowing just two runs on five hits while striking out seven batters.

    Corbin’s achievement of reaching the 100-win mark is a testament to his consistency and durability on the mound throughout his career. Since making his MLB debut in 2012 with the Arizona Diamondbacks, Corbin has established himself as a reliable starter known for his ability to keep hitters off balance with a mix of pitches.

    In this particular game against the Rockies, Corbin was in top form, effectively mixing his fastball, slider, and changeup to keep the opposing hitters guessing. He displayed excellent command of his pitches, hitting his spots and inducing weak contact from the Rockies’ lineup.

    Corbin’s milestone win is a significant accomplishment for any pitcher in the major leagues, as it requires a combination of talent, hard work, and perseverance to reach such a milestone. It is a testament to Corbin’s dedication to his craft and his ability to consistently perform at a high level over the course of his career.

    As the Nationals continue their season, Corbin’s milestone win will undoubtedly serve as a source of inspiration for the team as they look to make a push for the playoffs. With Corbin leading the way on the mound, the Nationals have a reliable and experienced starter who can be counted on to deliver quality outings when it matters most.

    Overall, Corbin’s 100th career win is a significant achievement that highlights his status as one of the premier pitchers in the game today. His performance against the Rockies was a reminder of his talent and skill on the mound, and a testament to his ability to rise to the occasion in key moments. Congratulations to Patrick Corbin on reaching this impressive milestone in his career.