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The Miami Marlins were 13-16, 2nd in the NL East. Yesterday, the Miami Marlins let it slip away against the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-5 at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium.

Marlins Daily Vibe Check
50°
▼5
Lukewarm
a rough stretch

It's a wash right now. A 3-4 stretch over the last 7 is hard to spin. At least a mostly healthy roster helps the outlook.

Marlins Game on April 28

Opponent:Los Angeles Dodgers (20-9)
Location:UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium
First Pitch:10:10 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:Janson Junk (1-2, 3.67 ERA) vs Shohei Ohtani (2-0, 0.38 ERA)
TV Broadcast:SportsNet LA, Marlins.TV presented by Werner, Hoffman, Greig & Garcia
Forecast:☀️ Clear sky, 53°F, Wind 1 mph

Marlins Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Miami Marlins let it slip away against the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-5 at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium.

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Highlights

Marlins Record & Standings

NL East

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
Braves
209.690 W1
Marlins
1316.4487.0 L3
Nationals
1316.4487.0 W2
Phillies
919.32110.5 L1
Mets
919.32110.5 L3

Miami Marlins are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a 0 run differential.

Marlins Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
34
Liam Hicks
6.311.89427
6
Otto Lopez
3.312.84212
9
Xavier Edwards
1.340.8979

Pitching Leaders

PitcherW-LERAWHIPIP
23
Max Meyer
1-03.301.2030.0
22
Sandy Alcantara
3-23.051.1141.1
39
Eury Pérez
2-24.601.4031.1

Hot Hitters

PlayerStreak
21
Graham Pauley
4 hits, 1 HR, 4 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

PitcherStreak
39
Eury Pérez
6.0 IP, 7 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start

Marlins News

The Miami Marlins find themselves in a tough spot after last night's heart-wrenching 5-4 walk-off loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers, where closer Pete Fairbanks exited with alarming numbness in his right hand. This injury could have long-term implications for the team, especially in a season where they need every arm they can muster, sitting at 13-15 with a lukewarm vibe. Meanwhile, Agustín Ramírez's struggles behind the plate raise questions about the future of the catching position, especially with a top prospect waiting in the wings. On a brighter note, Christopher Morel has returned from the IL, ready to inject new energy into the lineup. Yet, as the Marlins face the formidable Shohei Ohtani next, they must find a way to turn their recent streak of 4-3 into something more substantial, or risk fading into the background.

Sources
The Marlins Should Make A Change Behind The Plate
Mlbtraderumors
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. 31 different catchers caught at least […]
Fairbanks exits Marlins' walk-off loss with numbness; severity unclear
MLB.com
Fairbanks exits Marlins' walk-off loss with numbness; severity unclear
LOS ANGELES -- The Marlins’ 5-4 walk-off defeat against the Dodgers on Monday night hurts. It might sting a little bit more if Miami loses closer Pete Fairbanks for a period of time. Fairbanks experienced numbness in his right hand and exited with the bases loaded before the Dodgers walked
Morel reinstated from IL; Hernández optioned to Triple-A
MLB.com
Morel reinstated from IL; Hernández optioned to Triple-A
LOS ANGELES -- Christopher Morel rejoined the Marlins rocking new braids for a literal and metaphorical statement. "Trying to feel new," Morel said via interpreter Luis Dorante Jr. "Fully new." The Marlins returned from rehab and reinstated from the 10-day injured list Morel and optioned outfielder Heriberto Hernández to Triple-A
'He needed it': Tucker has 1st walk-off as Dodger
ESPN
'He needed it': Tucker has 1st walk-off as Dodger
Kyle Tucker delivered his first walk-off hit as a Dodger to cap a come-from-behind 5-4 win over the Marlins on Monday night.
Dodgers vs. Marlins game I chat
Yahoo Sports
Dodgers vs. Marlins game I chat
The Dodgers and the Marlins meet for the first time in 2026. Monday’s game info
Dodgers on Deck: Tuesday, April 28 vs. Marlins
Yahoo Sports
Dodgers on Deck: Tuesday, April 28 vs. Marlins
The Dodgers continue their series against the Miami Marlins with the middle game on Tuesday night at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. Shohei Ohtani takes the mound on Tuesday, needing six more innings to get back on the ERA leaderboard for at least another day. The Dodgers mulled flipping Ohtani and Tyler Glasnow in the […]

Marlins Upcoming Schedule

The Miami Marlins host the Philadelphia Phillies for a 4-game series starting Friday.

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