Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 5, Nationals 1 – May 1, 2023

Brett Taylor

May 01, 2023

I could start with a sardonic quip about how the Cubs actually scored more runs in Saturday’s loss than they scored in tonight’s win, and therefore you shouldn’t look at tonight as some kind of bounce back, it was just about having a real starting pitcher available. BUT I WON’T! BOUNCE BACK WIN!

No, but seriously, it was good to see the Cubs suffer no ill-effects from the weekend sweep in Miami (I didn’t suspect they would), and put together a solid, comfortable win over a very beatable Nationals team.

Drew Smyly was fantastic once again, allowing the one solo homer and otherwise never really being in considerable danger. The Nationals lineup is not terribly imposing at the moment, but they are still MLB players. You have to take care of business and execute your pitches. Smyly did.

Cubs got homers from Dansby Swanson and Ian Happ, and timely hits from Seiya Suzuki and Trey Mancini. Just a good night all around.

One more thing …

Full box score.

written by

Brett Taylor

Brett Taylor is the Lead Cubs Writer at Bleacher Nation. You can find him on Twitter at @BleacherNation, on Bluesky at @Brett-Taylor, and on LinkedIn here. Brett is also the founder of Bleacher Nation, which opened up shop in 2008 as an independent blog about the Chicago Cubs. Later growing to incorporate coverage of other Chicago sports, Bleacher Nation is now one of the largest regional sports blogs on the web.

more cubs news

Chicago Cubs

Jed Hoyer on Kyle Tucker Extension Status and the Lack of an Arbitration-Avoiding Deal

I don't know if you've seen it yet, but David Kaplan and Gordon Wittenmyer sat down with Cubs President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer for a *fantastic* hour-long interview on the Cubs Rekap Podcast/Youtube Channel. We're going to dig into...

Michael Cerami

Jan 16, 2025

Chicago Cubs

Whoa: The Cubs Have NEW Alternate Jerseys and They Are AWESOME

Although the Chicago Cubs were the first MLB team to wear baby blue jerseys (all the way back in 1941!), that particular hue has since become pervasive throughout the league. Almost every team - even the Cardinals - has gone...

Michael Cerami

Jan 16, 2025

Chicago Cubs

Some Chicago Cubs IFA Signings Are Now Official (UPDATES: More Coming)

There we go. After a 24-hour delay because reasons, two of the Cubs' International Free Agent signings have reportedly finally gone official: The @Cubs have agreed to deals with two of the Top 50 international prospects:10. Juan Cabada, SS ($1.5...

Brett Taylor

Jan 16, 2025

Chicago Cubs

BREAKING: Cubs and Kyle Tucker Settle to Avoid Arbitration

The Cubs did not want any Bad Vibes infecting Cubs Convention this weekend. To that end, this is a very savvy move: there will be no arbitration fight with Kyle Tucker. Via Jesse Rogers: Breaking News: The Cubs and OF...

Brett Taylor

Jan 16, 2025

Chicago Cubs

The Mets Just Re-Signed Jesse Winker, Which Could Impact Pete Alonso and the Reliever Market

Kind of a weird set of connections here, but a relatively innocuous move like the New York Mets re-signing DH Jesse Winker might wind up having a downstream impact on the Chicago Cubs' bullpen pursuits. First, the signing, with Winker,...

Brett Taylor

Jan 16, 2025

Chicago Cubs

Yeah, I Think This Just About Does It for Those Alex Bregman/Cubs Rumors

Despite our continued warning that free agent third baseman Alex Bregman is unlikely to sign with the Chicago Cubs, the rumors and discussion just won't stop. From Jon Heyman to Bruce Levine to David Kaplan/Gorden Wittenmeyer to David Haugh, it's...

Michael Cerami

Jan 16, 2025

Chicago Cubs

Legendary Broadcaster Bob Uecker Has Died

After a full life that entertained so many, legendary broadcaster Bob Uecker passed away at the age of 90. Perhaps best known in the broader sports landscape for his role more or less playing himself in 'Major League,' Uecker was...

Brett Taylor

Jan 16, 2025

Chicago Cubs

Cubs’ Remaining Offseason Focuses Are the Bullpen and the Bench

Chicago Cubs President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer sat in with Dave Kaplan and Gordon Wittenmyer for a long, wide-ranging, thoughtfull-candid talk on the ReKAP podcast. I highly recommend you watch/listen if you get a chance, because it provides so...

Brett Taylor

Jan 16, 2025

Chicago Cubs

Still Waiting on IFA Finalization, Curious What Comes Next, and Other Cubs Bullets

Time to head to Chicago in advance of the Cubs Convention! I'm really looking forward to so many things from this year's installment, led by Sammy Sosa's return to the organizational fold. I hope to see many of you there,...

Brett Taylor

Jan 16, 2025

Chicago Cubs

International Free Agency Opened Today, and the Cubs Technically Did Nothing – Do They Have Something Cooking?

So, a funny thing happened on International Free Agent Signing Day ... the Cubs didn't sign anyone. Yet. At least not anything officially reported (which always happens on day one), and no pictures of happy prospects and families (which always...

Brett Taylor

Jan 15, 2025

Picks

Hurricanes vs. Golden Knights Prediction: Live Odds, Stats, History and Picks – Friday, January 17, 2025

The bookmakers give the edge to the Carolina Hurricanes on home ice (-155) over the Vegas Golden Knights (+130) when they face off on Friday, January 17 at 7:00 PM ET.Watch the NHL on Fubo!Hurricanes vs. Golden Knights Favorite, Moneyline,...

Data Skrive

Jan 17, 2025

Picks

Sabres vs. Penguins Prediction: Live Odds, Stats, History and Picks – Friday, January 17, 2025

The Buffalo Sabres and Pittsburgh Penguins play on Friday at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, and the oddsmakers give the edge to the home team (-135) over the visitor (+114).Watch the NHL on Fubo!Sabres vs. Penguins Favorite, Moneyline, TotalFavorite: Sabres (-135)Underdog:...

Data Skrive

Jan 17, 2025

How to Watch

New Mexico vs. Boise State: Free Live Stream, TV Channel, How to Watch

The New Mexico Lobos (14-4, 6-1 MWC) hope to extend a four-game home winning streak when they host the Boise State Broncos (13-5, 5-2 MWC) on January 17, 2025.In its most recent game, New Mexico lost to San Jose State...

Data Skrive

Jan 17, 2025

How to Watch

Fresno State vs. Air Force: Free Live Stream, TV Channel, How to Watch

The Fresno State Bulldogs (4-13, 0-6 MWC) take a six-game losing streak into a home matchup with the Air Force Falcons (3-14, 0-6 MWC), losers of seven straight.Fresno State dropped its most recent game to Nevada, 77-66 in OT, on...

Data Skrive

Jan 17, 2025

Picks

Maine vs UMBC Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – January 18

The UMBC Retrievers (7-8) will attempt to break a three-game losing streak when they visit the Maine Black Bears (8-10) on January 18, 2025 at The Pit in Memorial Gymnasium.Maine vs. UMBC NCAA Game InfoDate: Saturday, January 18, 2025Time: 1:00...

Data Skrive

Jan 17, 2025

Picks

Chattanooga vs Mercer Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – January 18

The Chattanooga Mocs (7-9) host the Mercer Bears (6-11) in SoCon play at McKenzie Arena, beginning at 2:00 PM ET on Saturday, January 18, 2025.Chattanooga vs. Mercer NCAA Game InfoDate: Saturday, January 18, 2025Time: 2:00 PM ETWhere: Chattanooga, TennesseeVenue: McKenzie...

Data Skrive

Jan 17, 2025

Picks

Tennessee Tech vs Little Rock Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – January 18

The Little Rock Trojans (8-8) will try to continue a five-game win streak when they visit the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles (11-5) on January 18, 2025 at Hooper Eblen Center.Tennessee Tech vs. Little Rock NCAA Game InfoDate: Saturday, January 18,...

Data Skrive

Jan 17, 2025

Picks

Troy vs Louisiana Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – January 18

The Troy Trojans (11-7) will attempt to extend a five-game win streak when they host the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns (9-7) on January 18, 2025 at Trojan Arena.Troy vs. Louisiana NCAA Game InfoDate: Saturday, January 18, 2025Time: 4:33 PM ETWhere: Troy,...

Data Skrive

Jan 17, 2025

Picks

Green Bay vs Oakland Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – January 18

The Green Bay Phoenix (14-5) hope to extend a seven-game win streak when they host the Oakland Golden Grizzlies (7-10) on January 18, 2025 at Kress Events Center.Green Bay vs. Oakland NCAA Game InfoDate: Saturday, January 18, 2025Time: 2:00 PM...

Data Skrive

Jan 17, 2025

Picks

UT Martin vs SIU-Edwardsville Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – January 18

OVC action on Saturday will see the the UT Martin Skyhawks (6-12) host the SIU-Edwardsville Cougars (3-13) at Kathleen and Tom Elam Center, tipping off at 2:00 PM ET.UT Martin vs. SIU-Edwardsville NCAA Game InfoDate: Saturday, January 18, 2025Time: 2:00...

Data Skrive

Jan 17, 2025

Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 5, Nationals 1 – May 1, 2023

Read More

more cubs news

Latest News

more cubs news

Most Popular

Most Popular

Latest News