Marlins Eliminated By Nationals

     The Miami Marlins were eliminated from postseason contention by the Washington Nationals 6-2 at loanDepot park on Tuesday night. It was the beginning of a two-game series between both clubs. The Marlins went 4-3 on their recent seven-game road trip prior to this contest. 

     Washington(62-76) got one run in the top of the third and three runs in the top of the fourth for a 4-0 advantage. Miami(51-87) trailed 5-2 after they picked up a run each in the fifth and sixth innings.