Game result and context
Miami Marlins defeat Washington Nationals 6-2 in 2026 regular season game
The Miami Marlins defeated the Washington Nationals 6-2 on August 23, 2026. The Marlins scored in the first, fifth, sixth, and eighth innings to secure the win, while the Nationals were held to two runs across the fourth and sixth innings.
Final result
The Miami Marlins defeated the Washington Nationals with a final score of 6-2. The game concluded after nine innings of play.
The scoring began in the first inning with one run for Miami. Washington scored one run in the fourth inning. The Marlins added two runs in the fifth and two in the sixth, while the Nationals added one run in the sixth. Miami finalized the scoring with one run in the eighth inning.
Key performances
For the Miami Marlins, Joe Mack contributed two RBIs on one hit, and Xavier Edwards also recorded two RBIs on one hit. Heriberto Hernández added one RBI. Janson Junk pitched 4.2 innings for the Marlins, allowing one earned run and striking out two batters.
For the Washington Nationals, Dylan Crews recorded two hits and one RBI. Jackson Kent took the loss, pitching 4.2 innings and allowing three earned runs while striking out five batters.
Season and playoff context
Following this game, the Miami Marlins hold a record of 67-64. They are currently ranked third in their division, 9.0 games back, and fifth in the wild-card race, 4.0 games back. Their elimination number is 23, and their wild-card elimination number is 28.
The Washington Nationals hold a record of 61-71. They are ranked fourth in their division, 15.5 games back, and ninth in the wild-card race, 10.5 games back. Their elimination number is 16, and their wild-card elimination number is 21.
Official game sources
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