Marlins scratch Liam Hicks for game against Giants due to back tightness
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 8:53 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Liam Hicks has been scratched from the Miami Marlins' lineup for their game against the San Francisco Giants on June 20, 2026, due to back tightness. This decision leaves the Marlins without one of their key sluggers as they face the Giants. The extent of Hicks' injury and any potential recovery timeline has not been disclosed. The Marlins will look to adjust their lineup in his absence as the game progresses.
- •Liam Hicks scratched from lineup against San Francisco Giants.
- •Injury is due to back tightness.
- •Marlins adjust lineup without key slugger.
- •Game is being played on June 20, 2026.
- 10:06 PMESPN — Marlins' Hicks scratched due to back tightness
"Marlins slugger Liam Hicks was scratched for their game against the San Francisco Giants on Saturday because of back tightness.
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