Harper`s 500th RBI helps Max to win No. 16
(MLB.com Washington Nationals)

Max Scherzer pitched six scoreless innings for his Major League-leading 16th win of the season, and the Nationals climbed back above .500 with an 8-2, series-opening victory over the Marlins on Friday night at Nationals Park. Bryce Harper had three hits and two RBIs -- including the 500th of his career -- while raising his August batting average to .400.