"When guys are given a chance, it's nice to see them come through," designated hitter Dan Uggla said.
In the fourth inning, nearly midway between the only two runs Scherzer allowed, Yunel Escobar notched his second of three hits. Escobar joined Bryce Harper, Wilson Ramos and Ian Desmond as the four regulars in a patchwork lineup.
With Escobar still on first and two outs, Clint Robinson extended the frame with a single back through the middle.