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Reunion Turns Rivalry as Marlins' Janson Junk Outduels Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani

Sometimes life gives you lemons, and you have to take those lemons and use them to beat the Los Angeles Dodgers. Oh, is that not the saying? Whatever the

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Chris Paddack Is Gandalf The Grey

Chris Paddack’s MLB career got off to a blazing start. He allowed just 14 hits across his first 33 big league innings for the Padres, finishing off March/April of 2019 with a sparkling 1.91 ERA.

Sandy Alcantara News / Field Level Media / April 29

Marlins turn to Sandy Alcantara in bid for series win vs. Dodgers

A pair of early-season workhorses will square off when the Los Angeles Dodgers host the Miami Marlins on Wednesday afternoon in the finale of a three-game series.

Liam Hicks News / Miami Marlins on SI / April 29

Marlins April MVP Has Provided Biggest Offensive Shock of Season

The Miami Marlins' offense has not hit many home runs this season, and hasn't over the last few years, but has found an unexpected power source. Catcher Liam Hicks has broken out over his first 28 games this season and has shown no signs of slowing down.

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The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Last 40-homer season by MLB team' quiz

The 'Multiple 130-RBI MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Most multi-HR games by MLB team' quiz

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 29

Janson Junk outduels Shohei Ohtani as Marlins edge Dodgers

Janson Junk pitched six scoreless innings, Otto Lopez had three hits and the visiting Miami Marlins held on for a 2-1 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday to even a three-game series.

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Pete Fairbanks News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 28

Marlins Place Pete Fairbanks On Injured List

The Marlins are placing closer Pete Fairbanks on the 15-day injured list with nerve irritation, reports Christina De Nicola of MLB.com. The righty left last night’s loss to the Dodgers with hand numbness.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / April 28

Former Marlins Manager Making Return to Miami As Division Rivals Interim Boss

The Miami Marlins have two games remaining on their six-game Southern California road trip against the Los Angeles Dodgers. After that, they will fly cross-country back to South Florida for a homestand that begins with a visit from the Philadelphia Phillies.

Pete Fairbanks News / Miami Marlins on SI / April 28

Marlins Face Uncertainty After Pete Fairbanks Injury, Ninth-Inning Blowup

The Miami Marlins definitely wish they could do last night over again. Up 4-2 heading into the bottom of the ninth inning against the mighty and feared Los Angeles Dodgers, the Marlins appeared to be on the verge of a needed series-opening victory.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 28

Marlins Manager gets brutally honest on frustrating walk-off loss vs. Dodgers

The Miami Marlins left Dodger Stadium Monday night with a gut-punch 5-4 loss, and manager Clayton McCullough didn’t sugarcoat a thing when he faced the media afterward.

Christopher Morel News / Miami Marlins on SI / April 28

Christopher Morel Can Give Marlins Something They Really Need in Lineup

The Miami Marlins have gotten off to a nice start to the season. Even though they are below .500 as they headed to Los Angeles, they sat in second place in the NL East going into the series with the Dodgers.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Miami Marlins News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 27

The Marlins Should Make A Change Behind The Plate

Agustín Ramírez was the worst defensive catcher in the majors last year. The Marlins haven’t yet given up on him but perhaps they should. They have one of the top catching prospects knocking on the door and there’s an open path for them to surge into contention this year.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / April 27

Ranking Miami Marlins’ Best Moments in April

The Miami Marlins are 13-15 this season and are sitting in second place behind the Atlanta Braves in the NL East. As we conclude April, it would be ideal to highlight some of the best moments the Marlins had this month.

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The 'Most 3's in a playoff game by team' quiz

The 'Season triple-double leaders by team' quiz

The 'Active 40-point playoff games' quiz

The 'No.2-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / April 27

Marlins vs. Dodgers Game 1: Preview & Starting Pitchers – April 27

Marlins vs. Dodgers: The Miami Marlins visit the Los Angeles Dodgers in a three-game series this week. Game 1 takes place at Dodger Stadium on Monday night.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / April 27

Marlins Top 10 Prospect Is Pushing to Make His Major League Debut in 2026

The Miami Marlins have one of the better farm systems in Major League Baseball, typically known for the pitching prospects in development. But under president of baseball operations Peter Bendix, the Marlins have added a ton of power in their outfield depth, which shows both in the pros and in the minors.

Calvin Faucher News / Miami Marlins on SI / April 26

Marlins Should Call Up This Player to Replace Calvin Faucher

The Miami Marlins' bullpen has been one of the best in Major League Baseball entering Sunday, but even with the overall success come issues. After getting a strong outing from Max Meyer against the San Francisco Giants, the bullpen had its blunders.

Xavier Edwards News / Miami Marlins on SI / April 26

Xavier Edwards’ Everyday Presence Fueling Marlins’ Early Success

The Major League Baseball season is a marathon, not a sprint. This cliché phrase has been uttered millions of times throughout the eons, but it still rings true.

Liam Hicks News / Miami Marlins on SI / April 25

Marlins’ Liam Hicks Quietly Becoming One of Baseball’s Best Catchers

There are few things more beneficial to a baseball team than a catcher who can hit. It’s truly a luxury that many MLB squads just don’t possess, making those that do a lucky bunch that shouldn’t take it for granted.

Miami Marlins News / Field Level Media / April 25

Marlins build early lead, keep adding on to beat Giants

Liam Hicks and Connor Norby smacked home runs and Kyle Stowers, Xavier Edwards and Otto Lopez collected three hits apiece as the Miami Marlins opened a six-game California swing with a 9-4 romp over the San Francisco Giants on Friday night.

Miami Marlins News / Just Baseball / April 24

The Marlins’ Up-the-Middle Combo Is the Best It’s Been in Years

You have to go decently far back when you try to think about the last time the Miami Marlins had one, let alone two position players up the middle who have been as successful as the current Marlins double-play tandem.

Liam Hicks News / Just Baseball / April 23

Liam Hicks Is Taking the Next Step for the Marlins

Please, go ahead and chalk up another win for Peter Bendix and his scouting team for identifying this player out of the Rule 5 Draft in 2024. Liam Hicks is

Miami Marlins News / HITC / April 22

NFL fans react to Fernando Mendoza’s first pitch before the Miami Marlins game

Fernando Mendoza’s spotlight moment before an MLB crowd did not go as planned. The projected top NFL Draft prospect stepped onto the mound ahead of the Miami Marlins game, drawing attention from both baseball and football fans alike.

Max Meyer News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 21

Max Meyer’s Approach Is Working

Marlins right-hander Max Meyer held the Cardinals to two earned runs across 5 1/3 innings on Monday. One of those tallies came around on a Calvin Faucher wild pitch, tying the game and ruining Meyer’s chance at a win, but it was another solid outing for the young starter.

Miami Marlins News / Yardbarker / April 8

Sandy Alcantara calls out Marlins manager after costly decision

Alcantara boasts a 0.74 ERA through 24.1 innings of work and is one of the most obvious way-too-early Cy Young candidates.

The 'Last complete game shutout by team' quiz

Sandy Alcantara News / Yardbarker / April 2

Sandy Alcantara adds to impressive feat with latest dominant outing

Former Cy Young Award winner and Miami Marlins ace Sandy Alcantara has fully returned to form, and his latest strong outing added to an impressive feat by the pitcher.

Sandy Alcantara calls out Marlins’ poor attendance after throwing a CG shutout

The 'Last complete game shutout by team' quiz

Sandy Alcantara News / Yardbarker / April 1

Sandy Alcantara returning to Cy Young form through two starts

After a disastrous past two seasons, Miami Marlins starting pitcher and 2022 National League Cy Young Award winner Sandy Alcantara appears to have returned to form.

Alcantara calls out Marlins' poor attendance after throwing a CG shutout

Blue Jays' Kevin Gausman's historic start continues in loss to Rockies

Cam Schlittler deals another gem as Yankees rotation looks even stronger

Early Red Sox slump could be cause for greater concern

Phillies' Bryce Harper loses an out on rarely enforced rule

Umpire CB Bucknor gets knocked out of game by foul ball