Chicago Cubs defeat Washington Nationals 8-6

The Chicago Cubs defeated the Washington Nationals 8-6 on Tuesday night, improving their season record to 70-50 and reaching a season-best 20 games over .500. Pete Crow-Armstrong, Alex Bregman, and Seiya Suzuki each hit home runs to lead the Cubs' comeback. Despite an early 3-1 deficit fueled by home runs from Washington's CJ Abrams, Jacob Young, and Dylan Crews, Chicago scored in five consecutive innings to take the lead.

In the pitching matchup, Shota Imanaga allowed four runs before exiting in the fifth, while Ryan Rolison provided relief to secure the win. Jacob Webb earned his eighth save. For the Nationals, CJ Abrams extended his major league-leading RBI total to 91.

In other MLB action, the Detroit Tigers are managing roster changes following Riley Greene's placement on the 10-day injured list with a right hamstring strain. The Tigers have recalled Corey Julks from Triple-A Toledo to fill the vacancy. Additionally, Enmanuel De Jesus has returned from the paternity list, leading to Yilber Díaz being optioned to Triple-A.

Other scheduled matchups include the New York Mets facing the Atlanta Braves, with Zac Thornton projected to start for New York against Atlanta's Tyler Mahle. The Houston Astros are also set to play the San Francisco Giants in a series-deciding game.