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Game Report: Nats 1, Cardinals 0

Jake Irvin further solidified his hold on the last spot in the Opening Day rotation, and Brady House drove in another run with another double

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Mark Zuckerman
Mar 17, 2026
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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – If Jake Irvin came to camp having to compete for a spot in the Nationals rotation, he’s done just about everything in his power to make that competition moot.

The right-hander has been sharp throughout the spring, and today during his fourth official exhibition start he was at his best, tossing…

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