Game Recap
The Miami Marlins secured their fourth consecutive win by defeating the Milwaukee Brewers 7-4 on Saturday night. Heriberto Hernandez played a pivotal role in the game, hitting a go-ahead three-run homer that turned the tide in favor of the Marlins.
Key Performances
Agustín Ramírez and Dane Myers also made significant contributions to the Marlins’ victory, each hitting a home run. Janson Junk started for the Marlins, allowing three runs and eight hits in five innings, while Tyler Phillips pitched the final four innings to earn his first career save. Phillips allowed three hits, including Andrew Vaughn’s eighth home run, a solo shot in the ninth inning.
Game Highlights
The Brewers initially took the lead in the second inning when Caleb Durbin delivered a two-out single, scoring Andrew Vaughn who had doubled earlier in the inning. However, the Marlins quickly responded in the third inning, with Dane Myers leading off with a single and later stealing his 15th base. Javier Sanoja then hit an RBI double to tie the game 1-1, although he was thrown out by center fielder Jackson Chourio while trying to stretch his hit into a triple.
Turning Point
The fourth inning saw Ramírez lead off with his 15th homer, giving the Marlins a 2-1 lead. The Brewers fought back in their half of the fourth, with Chourio leading off with a double to extend his hitting streak to 19 games. Back-to-back two-out doubles by Isaac Collins and Brice Turang then put the Brewers ahead 3-2.
Decisive Blow
The decisive moment came in the fifth inning when Sanoja reached on an error at second by Turang, and Xavier Edwards followed with a single. With two outs, Hernandez hit his fourth homer, a three-run blast that gave the Marlins a 5-3 lead. This homer stole the momentum from the Brewers, who had just grabbed the lead.
Key Moment
Hernandez’s blast was the key moment in the game, shifting the momentum in favor of the Marlins and setting them up for the win.
Key Stat
Jackson Chourio’s hitting streak is notable, being the longest by a Brewers player age 22 or younger, surpassing the 16-game hitting streaks of Gary Sheffield, Robin Yount, and Paul Molitor.
Up Next
The Marlins and Brewers will face off again on Sunday, with Marlins RHP Eury Pérez (3-3, 3.23 ERA) starting against Brewers RHP Brandon Woodruff (2-0, 1.65).
Conclusion
The Miami Marlins’ victory over the Milwaukee Brewers was a testament to their resilience and strong team performance. With significant contributions from Heriberto Hernandez, Agustín Ramírez, and Dane Myers, the Marlins were able to secure their fourth straight win. As the series concludes on Sunday, both teams will look to end on a high note.
FAQs
- Q: Who hit the go-ahead three-run homer for the Marlins?
- A: Heriberto Hernandez.
- Q: How many games have the Marlins won in a row?
- A: Four.
- Q: What is Jackson Chourio’s current hitting streak?
- A: 19 games.
- Q: Who will start for the Marlins in the next game against the Brewers?
- A: Eury Pérez.
