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Marlins drop series opener to Nationals, lose 9-2 on road trip

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 4:38 AM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Marlins drop series opener to Nationals, lose 9-2 on road trip

Summary

The Miami Marlins lost to the Washington Nationals 9-2 on August 29 at Nationals Park. Miami took an early lead in the second inning, but the Nationals scored five runs in the third, capitalizing on errors from the Marlins. Rookie Jackson Kent secured his first major league win, allowing just one run in seven innings. The defeat marked Miami's third loss in four games, while Washington ended its eight-game losing streak against the Marlins. Miami remains four games out of the final National League Wild Card spot and will attempt to rebound on August 30, with Sandy Alcantara set to start against Cade Cavalli.

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By the Numbers

•Marlins lead 1-0 after second inning.
•Nationals score five runs in the third inning.
•Jackson Kent gains his first major league victory.
•Marlins drop to 68-67 on the season.
•Sandy Alcantara scheduled to start for Miami on August 30.

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4:38 AMYahoo Sports — Marlins Begin Road Trip With Bad Loss to Nationals

What they're saying

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Miami surrenders five runs in the third inning and never recovers, as Washington rookie Jackson Kent earns his first major league victory.
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