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The Miami Marlins defeated the Washington Nationals 4–1 on June 3 at Nationals Park, with the visiting offense breaking through despite modest overall metrics. Miami's pitching staff was the decisive factor, allowing just three hits and one earned run while striking out nine batters, posting a 4.28 ERA compared to Washington's bloated 4.71 mark. The Nationals managed only three hits and one RBI while striking out nine times, their .733 OPS reflecting an anemic offensive performance that fell well short of the Vegas total line of 1. The Marlins capitalized on limited opportunities, recording 10 hits with one home run and four RBIs, enough to secure the road victory despite both lineups struggling to generate consistent contact. Washington's pitching staff issued eight walks and allowed 10 hits, compounding their difficulties with one defensive error. This matchup underscored Miami's ability to win tight contests through pitching depth and timely hitting, a trend that could prove valuable in the division race moving forward.
Line score
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MIA | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 10 | 1 |
| WSH | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
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Players who scored
Otto LopezLiam HicksEsteury RuizJakob MarseeKeibert Ruiz
