What happened: James Wood powered the Washington Nationals to a 9-2 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday, launching his 18th home run of the season. Wood’s two-run blast in the third inning ignited the offense as Washington completed a three-game sweep at Oracle Park.

Why it matters: James Wood's power output continues to pace the Washington offense during their current West Coast road trip. The victory marks the Nationals' fifth consecutive road series win, solidifying their position as a postseason contender in the National League.

What to watch: The Nationals look to maintain their road dominance in their next series as Wood continues to chase franchise rookie milestones.