Marlins vs Nationals predictions
When it comes to the Miami Marlins, keep an eye on Xavier Edwards. He’s been quietly shining, and I’d expect him to keep finding his way on base, probably notching a couple of hits and maybe even swiping a bag. Kyle Stowers is another Marlins batter you can’t ignore; he’s shown the pop with double-digit home runs on the season, so the long ball is always in play. And then there’s Otto Lopez, who’s kind of the unsung grinder of the lineup — a couple of base knocks and a run scored seem well within reach for him against the Nationals’ pitching.
Looking at the Washington Nationals, all the chatter has been about James Wood and honestly, for good reason. He’s mashing the ball lately, and it feels like another multi-hit game with an extra-base hit isn’t just possible—it’s likely. CJ Abrams has also been a spark plug at the top of the order, so it wouldn’t surprise me if he racks up a hit or two with a run scored, helping to set the tone for Washington’s offense. And don’t sleep on Trevor Williams on the mound; he’s found ways to keep the Nats in the game more often than not, so five solid innings with a handful of strikeouts could be just what Washington needs to steady the ship.
All things considered, though, the Nationals just seem a little better positioned to stop their skid and take this one at home. Their offense has a touch more punch—especially with guys like Wood stepping up—and with Williams looking steady, they have the edge in both momentum and matchups. The Marlins will keep it interesting, no doubt, but in this NL East clash, the smart money’s on the Nationals snapping their losing streak and holding off Miami at Nationals Park. What do you think, are the Nats ready to turn it around?
