Washington Nationals vs Miami Marlins Game Thread

TL;DR

The Washington Nationals face the Miami Marlins today at loanDepot Park, aiming for a series win after a missed opportunity yesterday. The game starts at 12:15 PM EST and will be broadcast on NBCSN and Peacock.

Key points

Washington Nationals aim for series win against Miami Marlins
Game starts at 12:15 PM EST at loanDepot Park
Sandy Alcantara is starting for the Marlins
CJ Abrams moves to DH for the Nationals
Game broadcast on NBCSN and Peacock

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MIAMI, FLORIDA - MAY 8: Jacob Young #30 of the Washington Nationals celebrates with teammate CJ Abrams #5 after batting Abrams in on a home run during the first inning against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot park on May 8, 2026 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Leonardo Fernandez/Getty Images) | Getty Images Yesterday was a missed opportunity for the Nats, but they still have a chance to get the series win this afternoon. They have an early game today that is nationally televised. It will be a good chance for the boys to show what they have. Hopefully they can secure yet another road series win. The lineup will look a little different today. After a couple shaky games at shortstop, CJ Abrams will DH today. Nasim Nunez will move over to short and Jorbit Vivas will play second. Outside of that, the lineup will be the same as yesterday. They have scored early against the Marlins this series, but have taken their foot off the gas. Cade Cavalli will get the ball looking to bounce back from a rough outing. The Marlins have a couple new faces in the lineup. Javier Sanoja will get his first start of the series and will be in the DH spot after not playing last night. will actually be sliding over to first base today and is hitting second. Former Cy Young winner will get the ball, and he looks better than he did last year as he is further removed from his Tommy John Surgery.

Q&A

What time does the Washington Nationals vs Miami Marlins game start?

The game starts at 12:15 PM EST.

Who is starting for the Miami Marlins against the Nationals?

Sandy Alcantara will be the starting pitcher for the Miami Marlins.

What changes have been made to the Nationals' lineup for today's game?

CJ Abrams will DH today, Nasim Nunez will play shortstop, and Jorbit Vivas will play second base.