Harper reached base on a fielder’s choice and was attempting to run to third on Jayson Werth’s grounder to shortstop Miguel Rojas. Dietrich was going to second to cover the base when the two collided as Rojas’ throw went to first base for the final out.

Harper stayed down for several moments, then walked off on his own after trainers tended to him.

Nationals manager Matt Williams said Harper was dizzy after the collision, but tests showed no signs of a concussion. Harper received minor treatment on his left hip. The Nationals, behind Max Scherzer’s eight shutout innings, defeated the Marlins 5-0.

Harper is hitting .333 with 36 homers and 85 RBIs, and is considered the frontrunner to earn National League MVP honors. He was replaced by Matt den Dekker.

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