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Cruz’s eighth-inning homer lifts Nationals over Cubs 5-4

Chicago Cubs third baseman Zach McKinstry throws to first to put out Washington Nationals' Joey Meneses during the third inning of a baseball game Monday, Aug. 15, 2022, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Chicago Cubs' Ian Happ is congratulated for his home run during the fifth inning of the team's baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Monday, Aug. 15, 2022, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Josiah Gray throws during the fourth inning of the team's baseball game against the Chicago Cubs, Monday, Aug. 15, 2022, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams gestures during the fourth inning of the team's baseball game against the Chicago Cubs, Monday, Aug. 15, 2022, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Cruz’s eighth-inning homer lifts Nationals over Cubs 5-4