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Owen Caissie returns to Marlins lineup after rehab

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 4:42 PM

Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Owen Caissie returns to Marlins lineup after rehab

Summary

Owen Caissie is back in the Miami Marlins lineup for the series finale against the New York Mets on Sunday after missing 18 games due to a right calf strain. Caissie excelled in his Triple-A rehab stint, hitting two home runs and posting a.429 average in seven at-bats. The Marlins previously lost 12 straight games while Caissie was sidelined but have recently shown improvement, having swept the Philadelphia Phillies and taking two of three from the Mets leading up to Sunday. Marlins manager Clayton McCullough expressed excitement about Caissie’s return and his readiness based on his rehab performance. As the Marlins compete for a National League wild card spot, Caissie’s contributions are critical.

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•Caissie missed 18 games due to a calf strain.
•He excelled in Triple-A with a.429 average and two home runs.
•The Marlins recently ended a 12-game losing streak.
•Miami swept the Phillies and took 2-of-3 against the Mets this week.
•Caissie’s performance is crucial for the team's playoff push.

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4:42 PMYahoo Sports — Owen Caissie Returns to Marlins Lineup After Successful Rehab

What they're saying

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After a dominant Triple-A rehab stint, the Marlins’ star rookie returns to bolster a surging lineup and fortify Miami's high-stakes push for a National League wild card spot.
— Yahoo Sports

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