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Nuñez Shines with Leadoff Homer Despite Nationals' Loss

9/24/2025

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Nuñez hit his first career leadoff home run on September 22, 2025, against the Braves.
The homer came off Cy Young winner Chris Sale; it was Nuñez's fourth in 29 plate appearances.
The Nationals lost 11-5 and extended their skid against the Braves.
Interim manager Miguel Cairo praised Nuñez's energy; Nuñez has four home runs, 13 RBIs, and a .233/.296/.721 line.

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Story summary

Nuñez hit his first career leadoff home run on September 22, 2025, against the Braves.
The homer came off Cy Young winner Chris Sale; it was Nuñez's fourth in 29 plate appearances.
The Nationals lost 11-5 and extended their skid against the Braves.
Interim manager Miguel Cairo praised Nuñez's energy; Nuñez has four home runs, 13 RBIs, and a .233/.296/.721 line.