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The Washington Nationals defeated the Milwaukee Brewers 3–1 on April 11 at American Family Field, with the visitors' pitching staff dominating despite a bloated ERA. Washington's starter allowed just 2 hits and 1 earned run while striking out 7, enabling the Nationals to overcome modest offensive production—they managed 9 hits with no home runs but drove in 3 runs. Milwaukee's bats sputtered throughout, collecting only 2 hits with a .235 average and .714 OPS; the Brewers struck out 7 times against Washington's pitching. The home team committed 2 errors that proved costly in a low-scoring contest, while their own pitcher surrendered 9 hits and 3 earned runs in the loss. The Nationals' ability to manufacture runs with limited power and strong pitching depth suggests early-season competence that could sustain them through April's early stretch.