Washington Nationals outfielder James Wood accepted an invitation to the Home Run Derby on Thursday afternoon. He then celebrated with a five-hit performance in an 11-7 win against the Detroit Tigers that established a new piece of franchise history.

Washington Nationals outfielder James Wood became the third player to announce he will take part in the Home Run Derby.

The Washington Nationals have had a tough season, there is no doubt about that, but one of their brightest points has been the emergence of young outfielder Jam