The Miami Marlins played against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on July 8, 2025. The Marlins won the game with a score of 12-2. Eury Pérez was the winning pitcher, improving his record to 2-2.

In the third inning, the Marlins scored seven runs, which set the pace for the rest of the game. Xavier Edwards contributed significantly with two hits and three RBIs. The Marlins’ record improved to 42-48, while the Reds fell to 46-46.

The Reds started strong with a run in the first inning. Matt McLain hit a solo homer, giving the Reds an early lead. The Marlins responded big in the third inning with seven runs. This gave them a commanding lead. In the sixth, the Marlins added three more runs. The Reds couldn’t score again until the ninth inning. The Marlins scored once in both the eighth and ninth innings, sealing their 12-2 win.

Eury Pérez was the winning pitcher for the Marlins. He pitched 5 innings, allowing just 2 hits and 1 run, while striking out 8 batters. His performance helped keep the Reds’ offense in check.

Nick Martinez took the loss for the Reds. He pitched 5 innings but gave up 10 runs on 7 hits. The Marlins took advantage of his struggles, leading to their victory.

On the batting side, Xavier Edwards had a strong game for the Marlins with 2 hits and 3 RBIs. Heliot Hernandez also contributed with 2 hits and an RBI, maintaining a high batting average of .338. These performances were key in the Marlins’ offensive success.

What’s Next

The Marlins improved their record to 42-48 with this win. They are now third in the East. This victory can help them climb higher in the standings. They are working to close the gap with the teams ahead of them. The Reds now have a record of 46-46 after this loss. They sit in fourth place in the Central. This game could impact their position as they try to stay competitive. Both teams will aim to improve their standings in upcoming games.

The Miami Marlins will continue their series against the Cincinnati Reds. Their next game is on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at 7:10 PM. The game will take place at Great American Ball Park. The series will wrap up with another game against the Reds on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at 5:10 PM before the Marlins head to Baltimore to play the Orioles.

The Cincinnati Reds also continue their series against the Miami Marlins. They play on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at 7:10 PM, at home at Great American Ball Park. The series concludes the following day, Thursday, July 10, 2025, at 5:10 PM. After the series with the Marlins, the Reds will host the Colorado Rockies starting Friday, July 11, 2025.

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