José Tena's Homer Helps Nationals Win Over Pirates 9-5

José Tena went 1-for-5 with a home run, 2 RBIs, and scored a run in the Washington Nationals' 9-5 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on July 3, 2026.

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Tena, serving as the designated hitter for the Washington Nationals, has appeared in 65 games this season, starting in 40. Over 156 at-bats, he has recorded 35 hits, translating to a .224 batting average and an OPS of .669. Recently, in a game against the Pittsburgh Pirates, he went 1-for-5 with a home run and drove in two runs, contributing to a 9-5 victory.