Full Breakdown
Marlins Rout Cubs 10-3 to Avoid Series Sweep
9/7/2026, 1:38:47 PM
Game Summary
The Miami Marlins defeated the Chicago Cubs by a margin of 10-3, extending the three-game series and preventing a sweep. Miami generated a decisive five-run fifth inning that broke a 3-all tie, while Chicago’s offense was limited to three runs despite a late surge from slugger Pete Crow-Armstrong.
Key Performances
Javier Sanoja supplied a two-run home run, and Heriberto Hernández added a solo shot, each contributing to Miami’s lead. Both Otto Lopez and Jakob Marsee recorded two hits for the Marlins. Starting pitcher Tyler Phillips (5-6) allowed three runs and five hits over five innings, keeping the Cubs’ scoring in check. For Chicago, Pete Crow-Armstrong hit his 40th home run of the season, joining Kyle Schwarber as the only players with 40 or more homers this year, and matching the historic mark set by left-handed hitters Billy Williams (1970) and Crow-Armstrong himself.
Series Context
The victory came after the Marlins had trailed in the series, and the win halted Chicago’s attempt to claim all three games. Prior to the game, the Marlins honored former pitcher Josh Beckett with induction into the club’s Hall of Fame, recognizing his five-season tenure that included a complete-game shutout in the 2003 World Series.
Statistical Highlights
- Final score: Miami 10, Chicago 3.
- Marlins’ runs were driven by a five-run fifth inning, sparked by an Owen Caissie two-run single and followed by RBI singles from Hernández and Joe Mack.
- Crow-Armstrong’s 403-foot, game-tying drive in the fifth marked his 40th homer of the season.
- Chicago starter Clay Holmes (2-3) surrendered eight runs and six hits in 4 1/3 innings.
- Miami starter Tyler Phillips (5-6) yielded three runs on five hits across five innings.
The win positions the Marlins to continue the series with momentum, while the Cubs look ahead to their next start by left-hander Matthew Boyd against the Milwaukee Brewers.
