Pregame analysis and predictions of the Philadelphia Phillies vs. Washington Nationals MLB game to be played on August 17, 2025 on ESPN.

Kyle Schwarber hit a tiebreaking, three-run homer in the seventh inning and the Phillies beat the Nationals 6-2 to snap a three-game skid.

The Nationals opened the series with a 3-2 victory which gave Washington back-to-back wins and a 4-2 mark over the past six games. The Phillies, on the other hand are riding a three-game losing streak, which follows up a four-game winning streak.

But Walker has a pretty solid glove of his own. After Riley Adams singled to open up the home half of the second, a comebacker from Luis García Jr. turned into an out at second. A double play then ended the inning. With yet another smooth, unconcerning frame from Walker, the era of good feelings between the fanbase and Walker continued.

Jhoan Duran took a comebacker off his right foot on Friday and had to be carted off the field, but the Philadelphia Phillies closer said Saturday that he's fine.

Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber is having a great season at the plate, and he reached a new milestone against the Nationals.

Orion Kerkering allowed the go-ahead two-run single to Washington's José Tena after Jesús Luzardo loaded the bases in the seventh inning.