Rockies blank Nats for fifth straight win

Kyle Freeland pitched six strong innings and the visiting Colorado Rockies defeated the Washington Nationals 6-0 on Saturday.

Brendan Rodgers had three hits, including a home run, and Trevor Story added a three-run homer for the Rockies (70-78), who have won five straight.

Freeland (6-8) allowed seven hits and a walk while striking out seven. He threw 80 pitches.

Juan Soto had a single and a walk for Washington (60-88)