Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jordan Wicks throws during the second inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024, in Washington. (AP Photo/John McDonnell)
Washington Nationals starting pitcher Mitchell Parker follows through during the second inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024, in Washington. (AP Photo/John McDonnell)
Washington Nationals starting pitcher Mitchell Parker throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024, in Washington. (AP Photo/John McDonnell)
Washington Nationals' James Wood, right, holds up at third as Chicago Cubs third baseman Isaac Paredes (17) looks to left field where a double was hit during the second inning of a baseball game, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024, in Washington. (AP Photo/John McDonnell)
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jordan Wicks throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024, in Washington. (AP Photo/John McDonnell)
Washington Nationals' Darren Baker watches the action from the dugout during the first inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024, in Washington. (AP Photo/John McDonnell)