Nationals outfielder James Wood has a gift, and it’s already turned him into a terrifying major league hitter.

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The 22-year-old took Kyle Harrison deep in the first inning, and it turned out to be all the offense the Nats would need. Wood continues to march toward a breakout campaign, slashing .284/.380/.543 through 52 games with 13 homers, seven steals, 33 runs and 35 RBI.

Washington Nationals outfielder James Wood went 2-for-4 with a single, a double, and an RBI in Wednesday's 5-4 win over the Atlanta Braves. The Maryland native singled off Braves pitcher Bryce Elder in the top of the first,

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Wood went 2-for-3 with two walks, a double, two runs scored and three RBI in Thursday's extra-inning win over Atlanta. It was the third straight multi-hit performance for Wood, who is slashing a blistering .

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