Gore, a 26-year-old starter, and Wood, a 6-foot-7 outfielder, have been bright spots this season amid the Nationals’ dreary rebuild.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/mlb/nationals as Nationals Star James Wood Had Career Day After Accepting Home Run Derby Invite.

Washington Nationals outfielder James Wood delivered a flawless performance at the plate Thursday, going five-for-five and further cementing his status as one of baseball’s brightest young stars.