Harper returns to majors, homers in first at-bat

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Washington Nationals left fielder Bryce Harper before taking batting practice before a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Nationals Park on Monday in Washington.

Washington Nationals left fielder Bryce Harper is seen fielding grounders during batting practice before a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Nationals Park, Monday, July 1, in Washington.

Bryce Harper made sure his return from the disabled list had an impact on Monday, as he hit a solo home run in his first at-bat.

According to ESPN, Harper hit the home run for the Nationals in the bottom of the first inning with two outs off of Milwaukee Brewers’ pitcher Yovani Gallardo. The hit broke a scoreless tie.

Harper was initially placed on the DL on June 1 with bursitis in his left knee.

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