MIAMI — The Washington Nationals staged a comeback to defeat the Miami Marlins 7-4 on April 11, 2025, at loanDepot Park, powered by a clutch three-run double from Nathaniel Lowe and home runs by Josh Bell and James Wood. The victory, secured in the eighth and ninth innings, marked Washington’s fourth win in five games, despite trailing by four runs earlier.
The Marlins jumped ahead in the fifth, scoring four runs off Nationals starter Mitchell Parker, with Xavier Edwards and Kyle Stowers each driving in two. Washington responded in the sixth when Bell hit a two-run homer, narrowing the gap to 4-2. The turning point came in the eighth, when Lowe, a late substitute, delivered a bases-clearing double off Anthony Bender, giving the Nats a 5-4 lead. Wood’s solo homer in the ninth, his fifth of the season, and an additional run from CJ Abrams’ double sealed the win. Lucas Sims earned the victory, and Kyle Finnegan notched his fifth save.
Parker pitched six innings, allowing three earned runs on five hits, while Miami’s Edward Cabrera gave up two runs over 5.2 innings. The Marlins struggled with runners in scoring position, going 2-for-15, and left 10 on base. Washington capitalized on their chances, going 2-for-10 with runners in scoring position, with Lowe’s hit proving decisive. The Nationals’ offense, led by Wood’s 2-for-5 performance and Bell’s four walks, overcame three fielding errors.
Both teams entered with identical 6-7 records, with Washington fourth and Miami third in the NL East. The Nationals have now won 11 of their last 13 against the Marlins, including five of six on the road. Miami’s defense, highlighted by recent spectacular catches, couldn’t sustain their early lead, as noted by manager Clayton McCullough in prior games.
The game, attended by 9,094 fans, lasted 2 hours and 48 minutes under clear skies. Washington’s recent momentum, fueled by series wins over the Diamondbacks and Dodgers, contrasts with Miami’s inconsistent 4-10 record against NL East foes. The Nationals’ 37 extra-base hits this season, including 16 home runs, rank them 10th in MLB for slugging.
Looking ahead, Washington aims to extend their streak in the series’ next game on April 12. Miami, meanwhile, seeks to rebound, leaning on their pitching staff despite offensive struggles with a .636 team OPS with runners in scoring position.
