Walbert Ureña struggles in Angels loss to Marlins

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Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Walbert Ureña struggles in Angels loss to Marlins
Summary

Walbert Ureña's third inning collapse led to a tough outing for the Los Angeles Angels against the Miami Marlins on August 8, 2026. Ureña allowed four runs, failing to record an out in the third inning, after previously pitching well for two innings. Brett Kerry took over but also struggled, yielding three more runs. The Angels could not score, managing only five hits and leaving six runners on base while being shut out by Marlins pitcher Sandy Alcantra, who set a franchise innings pitched record. The Angels' inability to capitalize with runners in scoring position continued a concerning trend for the team.

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  • Walbert Ureña allowed four runs in 2.1 innings pitched.
  • Brett Kerry replaced Ureña and pitched 5.2 innings with three earned runs.
  • Angels were shut out, managing only five hits in the game.
  • Miami's Sandy Alcantra became the franchise's all-time leader in innings pitched.
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The Los Angeles Angels sent Walbert Urena up against Sandy Alcantara, but the matchup proved to be one-sided.

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Sandy Alcantra made Marlins history at the Angels' expense.

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