Tue 9/11/12 10:25 PM

Scott Hairston launched a pinch-hit solo homer in a losing effort against the Nationals on Tuesday. Hairston entered the game in the ninth inning and hit a towering drive to left-center off Nationals closer Tyler Clippard. He's had a tremendous season at the dish in a platoon role, hitting .268 with 17 homers and 48 RBI.