Marlins complete first triple play in decades, fall to Astros 5-3
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 3:05 AM
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
The Miami Marlins executed their first triple play since 2002 during a game against the Houston Astros on July 21, 2026. Despite the play in the eighth inning, which helped them stave off further damage after a tough start, the Marlins lost 5-3, marking their eighth straight defeat. Houston led early with a leadoff home run by Jeremy Peña and extended their lead with three runs in the fifth inning. With the loss, Miami's record drops to 52-50, while the Astros improve to 49-54 ahead of the conclusion of the three-game series.
- •Marlins execute their second-ever triple play against the Astros.
- •Houston scored three runs in the fifth inning including a home run from Isaac Paredes.
- •Jeremy Peña hit a leadoff home run for the Astros.
- •Miami has lost eight consecutive games, including back-to-back series sweeps.
- •The three-game series finale is scheduled for July 22, 2026.
- 3:05 AMYahoo Sports — Marlins complete first triple play in decades, can't beat Astros as losing skid continues
- 3:05 AMYahoo Sports — Marlins complete their first triple play in decades, can't beat Astros as losing skid continues
"The Marlins have now lost eight straight despite completing their first fielding triple play since 2002.
"The Marlins have now lost eight straight despite completing their first fielding triple play since 2002.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 22, 2026, 3:05 AMMarlins complete first triple play in decades, can't beat Astros as losing skid continues
The Marlins have now lost eight straight despite completing their first fielding triple play since 2002.
- Yahoo SportsJul 22, 2026, 3:05 AMMarlins complete their first triple play in decades, can't beat Astros as losing skid continues
The Marlins have now lost eight straight despite completing their first fielding triple play since 2002.
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