Nationals prepare to face Marlins after latest losses in Texas
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 7:15 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
The Washington Nationals continue their road trip in Miami for a series against the Marlins, starting Friday at 7:10 PM ET. The Nationals concluded a challenging series in Texas with a 2-0 loss, managing only one hit against Jacob deGrom and suffering shutouts in both losses. This marks a steep decline for the Nationals, who have dropped five of their last six games, currently sitting at 61-68. The Marlins, returning home after being swept by the Phillies, have struggled recently but have a better home record at 38-25 this season.
- •Nationals lost two of three games against Texas, struggling offensively.
- •Game One against the Marlins features RHP Brad Lord starting for the Nationals.
- •Miami's last outing ended in a 4-1 defeat against the Phillies.
- •The Marlins have won five of six matchups against the Nationals this season.
- •Nationals are without players James Wood and CJ Abrams due to injuries.
- 7:15 PMYahoo Sports — The Beaten and Bruised Nationals Finish Up Their Road Trip With A Series in Miami
"The Nats look to end their 9-game road trip on a positive note as they take on the Marlins in Miami
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