Nationals' 9th-inning rally comes up short in loss to Cubs
A four-run rally wasn't enough in the bottom of the ninth for the Nationals to win Monday's game against the Cubs. Published June 26, 2017
Matthew Paras is a digital sports writer for the Washington Times, covering the Washington Capitals and whatever else is needed. Originally from Chicago, he attended DePaul University and was the editor in chief of the student newspaper, The DePaulia. He had previous internships with the Richmond Times-Dispatch and the Northwest Herald. He can be reached at mparas@washingtontimes.com.
A four-run rally wasn't enough in the bottom of the ninth for the Nationals to win Monday's game against the Cubs. Published June 26, 2017
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