The Pirates opened a seven game homestand, splitting a four-game series against the Washington Nationals. Coming off a series win in Chicago, the Pirates looked to keep their winning ways and stay atop the National League Central. Game 1 of the series saw Pirates ace Paul Skenes against Nationals righty Cade Cavalli. The game started off with a bang as Nationals shortstop C.J. Abrams mashed a fastball from Skenes over the Clemente Wall to give …
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