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Game Report: Lord, Irvin work through uncomfortable situations

The Nationals tied the Phillies, 5-5, in a game that saw manager Blake Butera praise his pitchers and catcher for trying out new things

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Mark Zuckerman
Feb 24, 2026
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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – Highlights from tonight’s 5-5 tie against the Phillies – yes, they have ties in spring training when the managers don’t want to play extras – on a surprisingly chilly South Florida evening. The Nationals remain undefeated in the Grapefruit League, with a record of 3-0-1 …

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