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Nationals Dominate Marlins with Explosive Offense and Stellar Pitching

The Washington Nationals showcased an impressive performance against the Miami Marlins, concluding the game with a 14-7 victory. This win brings the Nationals' record to 3-0, maintaining their undefeated status early in the season, while the Marlins now stand at 1-1. The game was marked by a high-scoring affair from both teams, but it was the Nationals who capitalized on their opportunities to secure the win.


Feb 25, 2025; Jupiter, Florida, USA;  Washington Nationals relief pitcher Colin Poche (41) throws against the Miami Marlins during the fourth inning at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Image

Nationals' Offensive Onslaught


The Nationals' hitters were relentless throughout the game, amassing a total of 14 hits. A significant part of their success came in the sixth inning when they exploded for six runs, turning what had been a competitive game into a showcase of their offensive might. The team's batting average stood at .350 for this encounter, with an on-base percentage (OBP) of .458 and slugging percentage (SLG) of .600. These figures underscored their ability to get on base and advance runners effectively.


Notably, Andrés Chaparro led the charge with an impressive performance that included hitting a home run and driving in four runs. His batting average was .667 for this game, highlighting his critical role in bolstering Washington's offense. Other notable contributions came from Brady House and Jacob Young, both recording batting averages of .500 and contributing significantly to setting up scoring opportunities.


Feb 25, 2025; Jupiter, Florida, USA;  Miami Marlins first baseman Matt Mervis (36) celebrates with third base coach Blake Lalli (45) after hitting a home run against the Washington Nationals during the second inning at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Image

Pitching Prowess Keeps Marlins at Bay


While Washington's batters were lighting up the scoreboard, their pitchers worked diligently to contain Miami's hitters. The bullpen played a crucial role in this effort; despite allowing five runs over seven innings pitched (IP), they managed to strike out twelve batters across those innings—a testament to their ability to generate outs when needed most.


Joan Adon started on the mound for Washington but did not factor into the decision; however, his performance set a tone that his teammates followed throughout this contest. Cole Henry also contributed significantly without allowing any earned runs during his time pitching.


Feb 25, 2025; Jupiter, Florida, USA; Miami Marlins relief pitcher Anthony Veneziano (59) throws against the Washington Nationals during the third inning at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Image

Looking Ahead


The Nationals are set to continue their preseason campaign as they host Houston Astros at CACTI Park of Palm Beaches on February 26th at 1:05 PM EDT. Fans eager not only for another display of Washington’s burgeoning talent but also looking forward to seeing how they match up against one of baseball’s consistent performers can catch all action live as it unfolds.


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