Images: Chicago Cubs fall to Washington Nationals, 5-0 in NLDS Game 4

 
John Starks
 
 
Updated 10/11/2017 7:49 PM

See action from NLDS Game 4 as the Chicago Cubs fell 5-0 to the Washington Nationals. Game 5 is Thursday night in Washington.

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Wade Davis (71) watches the flight of a grand slam off the bat of Washington Nationals center fielder Michael Taylor (3) during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017.
Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Wade Davis (71) watches the flight of a grand slam off the bat of Washington Nationals center fielder Michael Taylor (3) during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017.
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Chicago Cubs second baseman Javier Baez (9) snags a fly by Washington Nationals shortstop Trea Turner (7) in the first inning during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017.
Chicago Cubs second baseman Javier Baez (9) snags a fly by Washington Nationals shortstop Trea Turner (7) in the first inning during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017.
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Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo (44) strikes out swinging in the first inning during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017.
Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo (44) strikes out swinging in the first inning during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017.
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Chicago Cubs Ben Zobrist (18) reacts as he arrives at second base with a double in the second inning during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017.
Chicago Cubs Ben Zobrist (18) reacts as he arrives at second base with a double in the second inning during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017.
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Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg (37) watches a Ben Zobrist double in the second inning during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017.
Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg (37) watches a Ben Zobrist double in the second inning during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017.
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Chicago Cubs right fielder Jason Heyward (22) fouls a ball off his forearm in the second inning during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017. Heyward walked in the at bat.
Chicago Cubs right fielder Jason Heyward (22) fouls a ball off his forearm in the second inning during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017. Heyward walked in the at bat.
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A frustrated Washington Nationals left fielder Jayson Werth (28) tosses his bat upon striking out looking in the second inning during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017.
A frustrated Washington Nationals left fielder Jayson Werth (28) tosses his bat upon striking out looking in the second inning during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017.
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Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jake Arrieta (49) leaps after trying to snag a ball that drove in the first run of the game on an Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell (27) error in the second inning during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017.
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jake Arrieta (49) leaps after trying to snag a ball that drove in the first run of the game on an Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell (27) error in the second inning during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017.
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Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jake Arrieta (49) reacts after striking out Washington Nationals left fielder Jayson Werth (28) to end the fourth inning during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017.
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jake Arrieta (49) reacts after striking out Washington Nationals left fielder Jayson Werth (28) to end the fourth inning during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017.
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Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras (40) dives into first base with an infield single in the fourth inning. Contraras advanced to second base on a throwing error by Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg (37) during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017.
Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras (40) dives into first base with an infield single in the fourth inning. Contraras advanced to second base on a throwing error by Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg (37) during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017.
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Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell (27) strikes out in the fourth inning during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017.
Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell (27) strikes out in the fourth inning during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017.
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Chicago Cubs Ben Zobrist (18) ranges in to grab a fly off the bat of Washington Nationals right fielder Bryce Harper (34) in the fifth inning during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017.
Chicago Cubs Ben Zobrist (18) ranges in to grab a fly off the bat of Washington Nationals right fielder Bryce Harper (34) in the fifth inning during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017.
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Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jake Arrieta throws out Washington Nationals' Stephen Strasburg on a sacrifice bunt during the fourth inning of Game 4 of baseball's National League Division Series, Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017, in Chicago.
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jake Arrieta throws out Washington Nationals' Stephen Strasburg on a sacrifice bunt during the fourth inning of Game 4 of baseball's National League Division Series, Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017, in Chicago.
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Washington Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman (11) is picked off of first base in the eighth inning during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017.
Washington Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman (11) is picked off of first base in the eighth inning during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017.
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Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jon Lester (34) acknowledges the roar of the crowd as he leaves the game in the eighth inning during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017. Lester pitched in relief.
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jon Lester (34) acknowledges the roar of the crowd as he leaves the game in the eighth inning during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017. Lester pitched in relief.
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Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jon Lester (34) drills a pick-off attempt to first base during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017. A throw later Lester picked off Washington Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman (11).
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jon Lester (34) drills a pick-off attempt to first base during Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017. A throw later Lester picked off Washington Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman (11).
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Usher Doris Hathy clears water from the seats prior to Game 4 of the National League Division Series at Wrigley Field in Chicago Wednesday, October 11, 2017.
Usher Doris Hathy clears water from the seats prior to Game 4 of the National League Division Series at Wrigley Field in Chicago Wednesday, October 11, 2017.
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Ryan Denk of Rockford wears a mask prior to Game 4 of the National League Division Series at Wrigley Field in Chicago Wednesday, October 11, 2017.
Ryan Denk of Rockford wears a mask prior to Game 4 of the National League Division Series at Wrigley Field in Chicago Wednesday, October 11, 2017.
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A dachshund named Governor wears a cubs hat as he walks down Sheffield prior to Game 4 of the National League Division Series at Wrigley Field in Chicago Wednesday, October 11, 2017.
A dachshund named Governor wears a cubs hat as he walks down Sheffield prior to Game 4 of the National League Division Series at Wrigley Field in Chicago Wednesday, October 11, 2017.
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Tegan Saladino of Chicago writes a message on the left field wall to her husband Joe on their 45th anniversary prior to Game 4 of the National League Division Series at Wrigley Field in Chicago Wednesday, October 11, 2017.
Tegan Saladino of Chicago writes a message on the left field wall to her husband Joe on their 45th anniversary prior to Game 4 of the National League Division Series at Wrigley Field in Chicago Wednesday, October 11, 2017.
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Evan Bland, 8, of Sacramento, California wears a "no mold" mask prior to Game 4 of the National League Division Series at Wrigley Field in Chicago Wednesday, October 11, 2017.
Evan Bland, 8, of Sacramento, California wears a "no mold" mask prior to Game 4 of the National League Division Series at Wrigley Field in Chicago Wednesday, October 11, 2017.
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Elder Arjona shows off his giant World Series ring prior to Game 4 of the National League Division Series at Wrigley Field in Chicago Wednesday, October 11, 2017.
Elder Arjona shows off his giant World Series ring prior to Game 4 of the National League Division Series at Wrigley Field in Chicago Wednesday, October 11, 2017.
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Chicago Cubs right fielder Jason Heyward makes a play in right Game 4 of the National League Division Series at Wrigley Field in Chicago Wednesday, October 11, 2017.
Chicago Cubs right fielder Jason Heyward makes a play in right Game 4 of the National League Division Series at Wrigley Field in Chicago Wednesday, October 11, 2017.
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Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg pitches during Game 4 of the National League Division Series at Wrigley Field in Chicago Wednesday, October 11, 2017.
Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg pitches during Game 4 of the National League Division Series at Wrigley Field in Chicago Wednesday, October 11, 2017.
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Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jake Arrieta leaves the field.
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jake Arrieta leaves the field.
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Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jake Arrieta pitches.
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jake Arrieta pitches.
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Chicago Cubs left fielder Ben Zobrist reacts after double.
Chicago Cubs left fielder Ben Zobrist reacts after double.
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Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell makes an error in the third inning.
Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell makes an error in the third inning.
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Washington Nationals shortstop Trea Turner gets congratulations after scoring in the third inning.
Washington Nationals shortstop Trea Turner gets congratulations after scoring in the third inning.
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Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras reacts after a strike out to end the third inning.
Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras reacts after a strike out to end the third inning.
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Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras talks to Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jake Arrieta in the 4th inning.
Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras talks to Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jake Arrieta in the 4th inning.
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Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras is safe at first.
Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras is safe at first.
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Chicago Cubs pitcher Jon Lester gets fired up after getting out of the 5th inning.
Chicago Cubs pitcher Jon Lester gets fired up after getting out of the 5th inning.
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Former Cub Rick Sutcliffe jokes with Eddie Vedder after throwing out the first pitch.
Former Cub Rick Sutcliffe jokes with Eddie Vedder after throwing out the first pitch.
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Chicago Cubs right fielder Jason Heyward is doubled up by Washington Nationals second baseman Daniel Murphy.
Chicago Cubs right fielder Jason Heyward is doubled up by Washington Nationals second baseman Daniel Murphy.
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Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jon Lester wipes his brow after getting out of the 6th inning.
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jon Lester wipes his brow after getting out of the 6th inning.
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Chicago Cubs right fielder Jason Heyward makes a diving attempt at a foul ball in the 6th inning.
Chicago Cubs right fielder Jason Heyward makes a diving attempt at a foul ball in the 6th inning.
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Chicago Cubs right fielder Jason Heyward makes a diving attempt at a foul ball as Chicago Cubs second baseman Javier Baez, and Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo look on.
Chicago Cubs right fielder Jason Heyward makes a diving attempt at a foul ball as Chicago Cubs second baseman Javier Baez, and Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo look on.
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Rain falls down.
Rain falls down.
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Chicago Cubs right fielder Jason Heyward strikes out as Washington Nationals catcher Matt Wieters pumps his fist in the 7th inning.
Chicago Cubs right fielder Jason Heyward strikes out as Washington Nationals catcher Matt Wieters pumps his fist in the 7th inning.
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Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell reacts after striking out in the 7th inning.
Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell reacts after striking out in the 7th inning.
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Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Carl Edwards Jr. delivers.
Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Carl Edwards Jr. delivers.
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Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Carl Edwards Jr. reacts after a walk in the 8th inning.
Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Carl Edwards Jr. reacts after a walk in the 8th inning.
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Chicago Cubs center fielder Ian Happ watches a grand slam fall into the right field basket.
Chicago Cubs center fielder Ian Happ watches a grand slam fall into the right field basket.
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Washington players celebrate with Washington Nationals center fielder Michael Taylor after his grand slam in the 8th inning.
Washington players celebrate with Washington Nationals center fielder Michael Taylor after his grand slam in the 8th inning.
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Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Wade Davis reacts after giving up a grand slam.
Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Wade Davis reacts after giving up a grand slam.
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Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Wade Davis is removed from the game.
Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Wade Davis is removed from the game.
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A fan yells during the late innings.
A fan yells during the late innings.
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Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell strikes out to end the game.
Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell strikes out to end the game.
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Washington Nationals relief pitcher Sean Doolittle celebrates with Washington Nationals catcher Matt Wieters after their 5-0 win.
Washington Nationals relief pitcher Sean Doolittle celebrates with Washington Nationals catcher Matt Wieters after their 5-0 win.
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Washington Nationals celebrate after their 5-0 win.
Washington Nationals celebrate after their 5-0 win.
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