Crews delivers clutch hit in 10th to lift Nationals over Marlins
Dylan Crews singled with two outs in the 10th inning to drive in the go-ahead run, giving Washington a 5-4 win over Miami. The Marlins had retired 21 consecutive Nationals before walks to José Tena and Daylen Lile set the stage for Crews. The victory snapped a late-game slump for the Nationals' offense.
Washington’s late-inning offense had been sputtering, but Dylan Crews changed that with a two-out single in the 10th inning, plating the decisive run in a 5-4 victory over Miami. The Nationals had been held in check for a long stretch, as the Marlins retired 21 batters in a row before walks to José Tena and Daylen Lile finally broke the drought and set up Crews’ heroics. The win snapped a pattern of late-game struggles for the Nationals’ lineup, giving them a much-needed boost in a tight contest.
This result could provide a psychological lift for a young Nationals team still building confidence, as clutch hitting in extra innings often reinforces resilience. Fans and analysts may see it as a sign of offensive growth, potentially influencing trade-deadline or lineup decisions. For the Marlins, the late collapse might sharpen concerns about bullpen depth, though one game’s outcome carries limited weight over a long season.