It’s been awhile since the Washington Nationals (72-70) got a dominant start from their ace, Max Scherzer (12-11, 2.91 ERA). However, today, as the Nats snapped a five game losing streak with a 5-0 win over the Miami Marlins (61-82), Scherzer snapped a streak of his own. With the win today, Scherzer snapped a seven start losing streak, dating back to July 30 against Miami. However, the win did not come without another injury concern for Washington.
With two outs in the top of the first inning, Jayson Werth grounded out to short against Brad Hand (4-6, 5.