Hand (5-4) allowed two runs on one hit and one walk in a third of an inning to take the loss against the Orioles on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Hand entered Sunday's game in the bottom of the ninth inning to preserve a one-run lead, but he hit Maikel Franco in a two-strike count to lead off the frame before giving up two runs as he failed to convert on his save chance. The southpaw earned a win and picked up a save in his first two outings after the All-Star break, but he's allowed four runs (three earned) in 2.1 innings across his last two appearances, and he's been charged with back-to-back losses.

Hand (5-3) allowed two runs (one earned) on one hit and one walk while striking out none across two innings to take the loss Wednesday against the Marlins.

EDGE Analysis

Hand was called upon to to keep the game tied at one in the ninth inning, and he did so without allowing a baserunner. However, he ran into trouble in his second inning of work, walking a batter with one out before allowing a double and subsequent sacrifice fly to take the loss. Though his trouble came with the runner starting on second base in extra innings, Hand has now allowed three earned runs across his last 7.1 innings while also being tagged with a loss and a blown save in that span. Even so, he has a 2.63 ERA with a 40:16 K:BB across 41 innings on the season.

Hand recorded the save Tuesday against the Marlins after tossing a scoreless ninth inning, striking out one.

EDGE Analysis

Hand closed the door on a potential comeback attempt from the Marlins with a strong outing, as he needed just 14 pitches (nine strikes) to get the job done in the top of the ninth. The southpaw has been one of the best late-inning relievers this season and has gone 20-for-23 in save chances this year. He also owns a 2.54 ERA, a 1.08 WHIP and a 9.2 K/9 through 39 innings (37 appearances) on the season.

Hand (5-2) allowed one run on one hit and three walks while striking out three in one inning to earn the win against the Padres on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Hand had some issues with command Sunday and only threw 16 of his 31 pitches for strikes. He was charged with the blown save after giving up the one-run lead in the top of the ninth, but he picked up his fifth win of the year after the Nationals came back in the bottom half of the frame. The southpaw has now recorded a 2.61 ERA and 1.11 WHIP in 38 innings this year.

Hand pitched a 1-2-3 ninth inning while recording a strikeout to pick up his 19th save of the year in a 7-5 win over the Padres on Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Hand needed just 13 pitches to get through the heart of the Padres' order, and he struck out Wil Myers to end the game. The 31-year-old has now converted 16 straight save chances, and he's posted an excellent 2.43 ERA, 1.03 WHIP and 36:12 K:BB over 37 innings this season.

Hand gave up a solo home run and had a strikeout during the ninth inning to earn the save Tuesday versus Tampa Bay.

EDGE Analysis

Mike Zunino went deep to start the ninth inning, but thankfully Hand entered with a two-run cushion and quickly retired the next three batters. It was the first run allowed for the veteran lefty since June 9, which was a span of 10 appearances and 11 innings. Hand is 18-for-20 in save opportunities with a 2.60 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 34:12 K:BB across 34.2 innings this season.

Hand struck out two over 1.2 perfect innings and earned a save over the Mets on Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Hand entered the game in the eighth inning after Justin Miller coughed up a pair of solo homers. The veteran southpaw had no issue finishing off the game and earning his 17th save of the season. He's converted his last 14 save chances and now owns a 2.41 ERA through 33.2 innings this season.

Hand earned the save against the Phillies on Tuesday after tossing 1.1 scoreless innings. He allowed three hits while striking out one.

EDGE Analysis

Hand was called upon to finish off the eighth with two outs. The left-hander gave up a single to Bryce Harper before sending Andrew McCutchen down on strikes to end the inning. Upon re-entering in the ninth, Hand surrendered a leadoff double to Alex Bohm and hit Ronald Torreyes with a pitch. He then proceeded to load the bases by giving up a single to Matt Vierling before slamming the door. Despite the shaky outing, Hand has now earned five saves and a win across his last six appearances. The 31-year-old has pitched himself a solid season so far to the tune of a 2.61 ERA and 1.16 WHIP.

Hand struck out one in a perfect ninth inning to earn the save against the Mets on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Hand capped off a dominant week Sunday, as he's now earned four saves and a win across his last five appearances dating back to Monday. The southpaw tossed five scoreless innings during that time, and he's now recorded a 2.73 ERA and 1.11 WHIP in 29.2 innings this year.

Hand retired the only batter he faced to record his 14th save of the season in the second game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Mets.

EDGE Analysis

With the Nats ahead 6-2 in the seventh inning, Wander Suero put a couple runners on base while getting two outs, allowing Hand to finish things off with the tying run on deck. The veteran closer hasn't blown a save since May 12, converting 11 straight with a 2.76 ERA and 16:5 K:BB through 16.1 innings over that stretch.