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James Wood Crushes 15th Home Run of Season

Wood launched a 401-foot two-run homer with a 109.8 mph exit velocity in the second inning to double the Nationals lead over the Guardians. It was his 15th home run this season. The 23-year-old outfielder boasts a .254 average, 34 RBIs and .913 OPS in 52 games as he emerges as a key piece for Washington.

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