Washington Nationals vs Miami Marlins Game Thread
The weary Nats look to stop the bleeding in Miami this afternoon
Miami, FL - On August 21, 2026, the Washington Nationals faced the Miami Marlins at LoanDepot Park in Miami, Florida. The Nationals managed a rare ninth-inning comeback, but it was not enough to secure the victory. They will now aim to even the series here in Miami. The team has been struggling due to injuries, and their lineup has been affected.
Typically, when a right-handed pitcher starts for the Nationals, they tend to utilize left-handed batters, but that was not the case tonight. The Nationals' lineup features five right-handed batters, including Dylan Crews, Andrew Pinckney, Jose Tena, and Harry Ford, who will serve as the catcher. Jake Irvin is the designated pitcher for the game, hoping to deliver a quality start.
The Marlins have two fresh players in the lineup, Javier Sanoja and Esteury Ruiz, who will be starting today. The rest of the Marlins' roster remains unchanged from yesterday's lineup. Eury Perez, the Marlins' young ace, will be pitching in the game. Perez has been performing exceptionally well lately. The game is set to begin at 4:10 PM ET, with Roof status being closed.
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