Washington Nationals vs Miami Marlins Game Thread

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WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 30: Fans cheer during the game between the San Diego Padres and the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on Saturday, May 30, 2026 in Washington, District of Columbia. (Photo by Rob Tringali/MLB Photos via Getty Images) | MLB Photos via Getty Images

The Nats enter June riding high with a record of 31-29. However, now is when the real test starts. June was when things really unraveled for the Nats last year. I would like to think the foundation is stronger this year, but we need to see things play out some more. This series against the Marlins is a big measuring stick.

Dylan Crews is out of the lineup for a second straight game with a sore hand. However, it sounds like he will be back in there tomorrow. It is a pretty similar lineup to yesterday. One change is that Nasim Nunez will replace Jorbit Vivas at second base. Cade Cavalli pitched more like a frontline starter in May, going deep into games consistently. He will look to keep that up tonight.

very nice. thank you, blake

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— Washington Nationals (@Nationals) June 1, 2026

The Marlins lineup has been carried by three players. Otto Lopez, Xavier Edwards and Liam Hicks have done the heavy lifting this year. Meanwhile, players like Jakob Marsee, Kyle Stowers and Owen Caissie have been underperforming. There was a time when Sandy Alcantara was a dominant ace in this league. However, he has been more of a mid rotation innings eater since his Cy Young season. He can still be brilliant at his best though, and hopefully we don’t see that version of Sandy tonight.

D.C.

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: 6:45 PM ET#FightinFishpic.twitter.com/PwGUvXNwRf

— Miami Marlins (@Marlins) June 1, 2026

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Game Info:

Stadium: Nationals Park

Time: 6:45 PM EST

TV: Nationals.TV

Radio: 106.7 The Fan

The Nats are in an unfamiliar spot. They are beginning a series where the expectation is to win and take care of business. After three straight series wins over good teams, they face a 26-34 Marlins squad. They can’t let their guard down, or else the Fish will surprise them. Follow along in the comments down below and let’s go Nats!

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