Marlins struggle against Phillies, playoff hopes diminish further
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 2:25 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
The Miami Marlins lost all three games against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park, falling to 64-64 overall. After a controversial call contributed to a 5-4 loss on Monday, the Marlins blew leads in the subsequent games, losing 6-4 on Tuesday and 4-1 on Wednesday. This disheartening series comes just before a demanding September schedule begins, with Miami now four games behind the San Diego Padres for the final National League Wild Card spot. The Marlins will host the Washington Nationals for three games starting Friday, followed by a series against the Boston Red Sox.
- •Marlins lost to the Phillies 5-4, 6-4, and 4-1.
- •Miami now stands at 64-64, four games behind for a Wild Card spot.
- •The team returns home for a six-game homestand starting Friday.
- •Upcoming opponents include Nationals and Red Sox before a challenging September.
- 2:25 AMYahoo Sports — Marlins' Playoff Hopes Are Beginning to Fade
"The Miami Marlins are running out of time if they hope to make their first playoff appearance since the memorable 2023 season.
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