
Marlins Edge Nationals in Ninth‑Inning Rally
A late‑inning surge powered by Otto Lopez’s homer and aggressive baserunning secured a 6‑2 win for the Marlins over the Nationals.
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A late‑inning surge powered by Otto Lopez’s homer and aggressive baserunning secured a 6‑2 win for the Marlins over the Nationals.

The Nationals fell to a 5‑4 loss after a series of bullpen miscues, highlighting a season‑long struggle to close out games and raising questions about managerial decisions.

Ryan Cesarini’s six home runs and 11 RBIs in a four‑game stretch against the Altoona Curve highlight a breakout performance that has put the Akron RubberDucks on a winning streak.

The Washington Nationals' bullpen has tightened up, with fresh arms like Yovanny Cruz and Andrew Alvarez delivering strong performances, while prospects Luis Perales and Jackson Kent loom on the horizon.

An 8‑0 win over the Colorado Rockies has the Washington Nationals back in the NL wild‑card race, prompting manager Blake Butera and president Paul Toboni to consider a shift from rebuilding to a playoff push.