Marlins, Nationals Close Series with Perez-Parker Pitching Duel at Nationals Park

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The Miami Marlins (65-74) face off against the Washington Nationals (55-83) today at 1:05 p.m. ET at Nationals Park, as both teams look to gain momentum in the final month of the regular season.

Starting Pitchers

The Marlins will send Eury Perez (6-4) to the mound in his 16th start of the season. Perez has maintained a 4.04 ERA across 71 1/3 innings pitched this season, accumulating 70 strikeouts. The Marlins have struggled recently when favored, going 10-12 in such games, and have particularly struggled with a 1-8 record when listed as shorter favorites.

For the Nationals, Mitchell Parker (7-15) will take the hill for his 28th start of the season. The Nationals’ pitching staff has averaged just eight strikeouts per nine innings this season, ranking 26th in the majors, while carrying a combined ERA of 5.34, which ranks 29th in MLB.

Team Statistics and Performance

The Nationals’ offense ranks 25th in the majors with 573 total runs scored this season and 28th with 126 home runs. They’re batting .243 as a team, ranking 20th in MLB, though they’ve shown good plate discipline with the eighth-best strikeout rate in the league.

Today’s game will air on MASN and FDSFL, with the Marlins listed as -137 favorites. This matchup represents an important opportunity for both teams to improve their positions as the season enters its final stretch.