Cavalli Strikes Out 11 as Nationals Blank Rangers 6-0

Cade Cavalli continued his breakout form, striking out 11 over six innings to lead Washington to a 6-0 shutout of the Texas Rangers, marking his second straight double‑digit strikeout performance. Cavalli allowed three hits and one walk and retired the final 11 batters, boosting his season record to 11-5 as he lowers his ERA in recent starts. Washington backed him with run support from Jose Tena’s solo homer and Andres Chaparro’s three‑run shot, helping snap a four‑game skid. Texas starter Kumar Rocker was less effective, yielding two runs on six hits over five innings with three strikeouts in the loss. The Rangers’ offense was held to four singles and just one baserunner in the late stages, underscoring a continued scoring drought against Washington pitching. The games collectively underscore Cavalli’s rising form and Washington’s improving momentum, while Texas faces ongoing offensive challenges as the series unfolds.