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Toronto defeated Washington 5–2 on July 29 at Nationals Park in a matchup that fell short of the 9.5-run Vegas total. The Blue Jays' offense generated 12 hits and 5 RBI while limiting the Nationals to just 6 hits and 2 runs, demonstrating superior run prevention despite neither team striking out the other at high rates (5 strikeouts apiece). Washington's pitching staff struggled with a 4.75 ERA and allowed 5 earned runs, while Toronto's arms posted a 4.15 ERA across the game. The Nationals' offensive impotence—recording zero home runs and posting a .774 OPS—proved decisive; a defensive error by Washington further compounded their difficulties. Toronto's pitching efficiency, holding the home team to 6 hits, underscored the visitors' control of the contest. The Blue Jays' balanced approach, combining modest contact rates with timely hitting, proved more effective than Washington's inability to generate power or consistent run production. This victory positions Toronto favorably in the divisional race while exposing Washington's offensive limitations heading into the stretch run.