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The Washington Nationals blanked the San Francisco Giants 3–0 at Nationals Park on April 19, delivering a dominant pitching performance despite offensive limitations. Washington's starter struck out 9 batters while allowing just 7 hits and 1 walk, holding San Francisco scoreless across nine innings. The Nationals manufactured their three runs on only 7 hits, including 1 home run, demonstrating efficient run conversion when it mattered most. San Francisco's offense sputtered badly, recording 9 hits but zero RBIs while striking out 9 times, with an anemic .661 OPS highlighting their inability to drive runners in. Washington committed 2 errors in the field yet still secured the shutout, suggesting the Giants' offensive dysfunction—not defensive miscues—determined the outcome. The pitching disparity proved decisive: while San Francisco's starter posted a respectable 4.11 ERA with 8 strikeouts, the Nationals' dominant outing set the tone for what could be a turning point in early-season momentum for Washington.