MLB: Taiwan's Cheng Tsung-cheth goes 0-for-3, Red Sox lose streak ends

Taiwanese prospect Cheng Tsung-cheth had a difficult day at the plate as the Boston Red Sox's five-game winning streak was halted by a 1-8 defeat against the Washington Nationals.

Cheng went hitless in three at-bats, grounding out twice and flying out once. His batting average dropped to .133 with an OPS of .376. Despite his struggles, Cheng contributed defensively by initiating two double plays in the third and fourth innings.

The Red Sox offense was largely stifled, managing only four hits in the game. Their sole run came in the first inning due to a Nationals' error. The Nationals tied the game in the fifth with an RBI single from James Wood, and then broke it open in the seventh and eighth innings, scoring seven runs against the Red Sox bullpen.

Red Sox relief pitcher Greg Weissert took the loss, his second of the season, after allowing two runs in 1.2 innings. The team utilized five relievers who collectively gave up eight runs over five innings.

On the other side, Nationals right-hander Cade Cavalli delivered a strong performance, pitching seven innings and allowing just one run while striking out 13 batters to earn his fifth win of the season. The Nationals' victory improved their record, while the Red Sox remained at the bottom of the AL East division.