, Eric Thames and Manny Pina all homered for the Brewers as they kept pace with the Cubs atop the National League Central. Milwaukee also reportedly added reinforcement to its bullpen, as it agreed to a deal to acquire right-hander Anthony Swarzak from the White Sox, though the club has not confirmed.
After a strong first start with the Nationals last week, right-hander Edwin Jackson labored through five innings and surrendered seven runs (three earned). Washington's offense struggled to put together any significant rally against Davies, as it was held to five hits and shut out for just the third time this season.