WASHINGTON -- Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola 's first start after returning from the injured list didn't last long.

The right-hander allowed six runs in 2⅓ innings Sunday against the Washington Nationals , a start that ended when seven consecutive batters reached safely.

Nola struck out four in his first major league outing since May 14.

The former All-Star was one of the majors' most durable pitchers entering the season, making at least 32 starts and throwing at least 180⅔ innings in each of the past six full seasons. But a sprained right ankle and fractured rib cost him three months this season.

His return became even more significant Saturday when Philadelphia placed ace Zack Wheeler on the injured list with a blood clot in his right arm. Nola already was scheduled t

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