Game result and context
Miami Marlins defeat Washington Nationals 3-2 in 2026 regular season matchup
The Miami Marlins edged the Washington Nationals 3-2 in a closely contested game on August 21, 2026. The Marlins rallied in the eighth inning to overcome a deficit and held on for the win.
Final result
The Miami Marlins defeated the Washington Nationals with a final score of 3-2. The game concluded after nine innings of play.
The Washington Nationals fall to a record of 61-69, while the Miami Marlins improve their season record to 65-64.
How the game changed
The game remained scoreless through the first five innings. The Washington Nationals broke the tie in the top of the sixth inning when Keibert Ruiz hit a solo home run.
The Miami Marlins responded in the bottom of the eighth inning, scoring two runs to take a 2-1 lead. In the ninth inning, both teams added one run, resulting in the final 3-2 score in favor of the Marlins.
Key performances
For the Washington Nationals, Keibert Ruiz recorded two hits, including a home run, and drove in one run. Daylen Lile contributed three hits and one RBI. Pitcher Will Dion provided 3.0 innings of scoreless relief with four strikeouts.
Javier Sanoja led the Miami Marlins offense with two hits and two RBIs. Otto Lopez added one hit and one RBI. Ryan Gusto pitched 4.0 innings for the Marlins, allowing no earned runs and striking out two batters.
Season and playoff context
As of August 21, 2026, the Washington Nationals hold a 61-69 record, placing them fourth in their division, 14.5 games back. They are currently 8.5 games out of a wild-card spot.
The Miami Marlins hold a 65-64 record, placing them third in their division, 10.0 games back. They are 4.0 games out of a wild-card position. This game was the first of a three-game regular season series.
Official game sources
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