Gio sharp, gets support from Harper in win
(MLB.com Washington Nationals)

Following a personal three-game skid going into the All-Star break, Nationals starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez opened the second half with a sterling performance. Backed by Bryce Harper`s two home runs, Gonzalez stifled the Reds for 8 1/3 innings and cruised to a 5-0 victory on Friday at Great American Ball Park.