Arizona Diamondbacks Lose Two Series in June to Marlins and Nationals

The Miami Marlins continued a strong stretch, winning five of their last six games, and entered a three‑game series against the Arizona Diamondbacks with a 6‑0 record for starter Max Meyer (2.81 ERA, 1.045 WHIP). Meyer, returning after elbow surgery, had previously led the Marlins to a 9‑4 record this season. The Diamondbacks, struggling offensively with only 58 homers, fell short in the opening game, while their right‑hander Zac Gallen entered with a 3‑5 record and a 5.32 ERA.

Meanwhile, the Washington Nationals opened a road trip against the Diamondbacks and captured the series 2‑1. The Nationals’ offense erupted, highlighted by Luis Garcia Jr.’s two‑run blast and his first career grand slam in a 14‑1 win. Curtis Mead added a two‑run homer in the second game, and the team scored a total of 21 runs over three games. Pitcher Cade Cavalli, despite a solid 3.62 ERA, could not secure a sweep, while the Nationals’ bullpen delivered 11 innings with only one run allowed.