Marlins vs. Nationals: MLB Prediction & Analysis

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Marlins vs. Nationals MLB game on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Marlins
Sandy Alcantara 13-8, 3.38 ERA
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Nationals Park
Nationals
Cade Cavalli 12-5, 3.21 ERA
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2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 RHE
Marlins
0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 4 6 1
Nationals
0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 5 9 0
Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Marlins
    0%
  • Nationals
    100%
Win Probability
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Last At Bat
Outs
Dylan Crews singles to center field. Daylen Lile to second. José Tena to third. Nasim Nuñez scores.
Quick Box Score
Marlins Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 K. Stowers 1B4112003.2500.900
2 H. Hernández LF5112102.2001.000
3 X. Edwards 2B5000002.0000.000
4 G. Conine DH3000012.0000.400
5 O. Lopez SS5010002.2000.400
6 J. Marsee CF4000013.0000.200
7 J. Sanoja RF3010010.3330.833
8 L. Jiménez 3B11100001.0002.000
9 B. Navarreto C1000001.0000.000
Nationals Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 C. Abrams DH5000003.0000.000
2 A. Ortiz 1B5020000.4000.800
3 J. Tena LF4100010.0000.200
4 D. Lile RF3110020.3331.267
5 D. Crews CF5121002.4000.800
6 K. Ruiz C4010001.2500.500
7 B. House 3B4121000.5001.000
8 J. Vivas 2B3011000.3331.000
9 N. Nuñez SS4100001.0000.000

Marlins vs. Nationals: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup overview: MLB Saturday

  • Teams: Miami Marlins vs. Washington Nationals
  • Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026
  • Time: 4:05PM ET
  • Venue: Nationals Park

Current betting odds

  • Spread: Marlins (-1.5, +165), Nationals (+1.5, -170)
  • Moneyline: Marlins -102, Nationals +101
  • Total (Over/Under): 7.5 runs (-120/+117)

Dimers’ win probabilities

  • Marlins: 49.8%
  • Nationals: 50.2%

Dimers' predictive MLB model, renowned for its accuracy, assesses each team's chances by simulating the outcome of the game 10,000 times. This method provides a precise and unbiased view.

Our Prediction: Who Wins?

After extensive simulations, our model gives the Marlins a win probability of 49.8%, while the Nationals have a win probability of 50.2%.

Summary

According to our analysis, the Nationals are more likely to beat the Marlins in the MLB game at Nationals Park on Saturday. Discover the best run line, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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