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Marlins aim to clinch series against Mets at Citi Field

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Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Marlins aim to clinch series against Mets at Citi Field
Summary

The Miami Marlins secured their second consecutive victory over the New York Mets, winning 6-2. With this win, the Marlins (57-55) moved to two games over.500 and sit one game behind the Philadelphia Phillies for the final National League Wild Card spot. In a solid performance, Kyle Stowers, Javier Sanoja, and Griffin Conine were key contributors at the plate. Sandy Alcantara is scheduled to start against the Mets on Sunday, which could allow Miami to clinch the series.

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By the Numbers
  • •Marlins win 6-2, clinching a potential series victory against Mets.
  • •Javier Sanoja and Griffin Conine both hit home runs.
  • •Sandy Alcantara set to start Sunday aiming for series win.
  • •Marlins currently one game behind Phillies in Wild Card race.
  • •Tyler Phillips pitched five innings with two earned runs allowed.
Latest Updates
  • 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Marlins Aim to Clinch Four-Game Series Against Mets
  • 11:48 PMYahoo Sports — Marlins One Game Shy of Clinching Mets Series at Citi Field
What they're saying
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Miami Marlins playoff push intensifies as Javier Sanoja and Griffin Conine power past New York. Sandy Alcantara will take the ball on Sunday to secure a vital road series clinch.

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Sandy Alcantara brings a Cy Young pedigree to Citi Field as Miami Marlins' surging rotation faces a vulnerable Mets defense and a veteran pitcher.

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