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NewsWSVN 7 News MiamiAugust 31, 2026Miami-Dade

Miami Marlins defeat Washington Nationals 6-2 in Sunday game

The Miami Marlins scored six runs in the ninth inning to overcome a two-run deficit and defeat the Washington Nationals 6-2. The rally was highlighted by a two-run home run from Otto Lopez.

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Why It Matters

This article reports on the outcome of a professional baseball game between the Miami Marlins and the Washington Nationals held on Sunday.

Key Facts

  • The Miami Marlins defeated the Washington Nationals with a final score of 6-2.
  • The Marlins scored six runs in the ninth inning to secure the win.
  • Otto Lopez hit a 400-foot home run during the ninth inning.
  • Dax Fulton earned his first career win.
  • Max Kranick recorded the loss for the Nationals.
  • Marlins second baseman Xavier Edwards left the game due to elbow and thumb discomfort.
  • Xavier Edwards is scheduled for imaging on his left thumb on Monday.
  • The Nationals led 2-0 entering the ninth inning.
  • Ryan Gusto (1-3, 3.98 ERA) is scheduled to pitch for the Marlins in the next game.
  • Will Dion (1-1, 3.77 ERA) is scheduled to pitch for the Nationals in the next game.

Who's Mentioned

organizationMiami Marlins“Professional baseball team”personXavier Edwards“Marlins player who sustained an injury”personRyan Gusto“Marlins pitcher”personJanson Junk“Marlins starting pitcher”personOtto Lopez“Marlins player who hit a two-run home run”other3.77“ERA of Will Dion”personMax Kranick“Nationals pitcher who took the loss”personWill Dion“Nationals pitcher”organizationWashington Nationals“Professional baseball team”other3.98“ERA of Ryan Gusto”other400“Distance of home run in feet”personDax Fulton“Marlins pitcher who earned the win”