The Nationals pounded the Mets 13-2, hitting six doubles and four home runs as they spoiled the home debut of Zack Wheeler. The favorites to win the World Series at the start of the season, Washington finishes the first half 41-40. They’ll get Bryce Harper back for the start of the second half Monday, as they team will likely need to 51-30 to make the playoffs. They were 25-19 when Harper played, so his return should give the offense a boost. The pitching is fine, they just need more high scoring days. The have scored six or more runs in four of their last seven games.