 It was one that was there for the taking as each game has been in this homestand. The Nationals have dropped three extra inning games, and the chance to put the Cardinals away in regulation didn't happen, and so they had to lean on a very overworked bullpen, and so relievers pitching for the fourth time in five days couldn't get the game to the finish line. They've been very good, but obviously the Cardinals able to chip away last night, ultimately tie the game and win it in extras.