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Alcantara sets Marlins’ career strikeouts record in 6-4 win over Rangers
By Kevin Boulandier at WSVN 7 News
· June 24, 2026
· 2 min read
MIAMI (AP) — Sandy Alcantara set the franchise career record for strikeouts and won his fifth consecutive start in June, leading the Miami Marlins to a 6-4 victory over the Texas Rangers on Tuesday night. Alcantara (8-4), who allowed one run in 6 2/3 innings, struck out Kyle Higashioka in the sevent
Key takeaway Alcantara (8-4), who allowed one run in 6 2/3 innings, struck out Kyle Higashioka in the seventh inning to surpass Ricky Nolasco for the most strikeouts in club history with 1,002.
Why this matters in The Miami
The Marlins' win over the Rangers is a welcome boost to the local sports scene, with Sandy Alcantara's record-breaking strikeout performance giving fans in Little Havana, Wynwood, and other Miami neighborhoods something to cheer about. As the team looks to build momentum, the Marlins will need continued strong pitching from Alcantara and others to stay competitive in their division. With the series finale against the Rangers upcoming, featuring a matchup between Jacob deGrom and Eury Pérez, Marlins fans will be watching closely to see if the team can keep its winning streak going. A strong showing at home could help to draw more fans to the ballpark, providing a much-needed economic boost to the surrounding area. As the summer heats up in Miami, the Marlins' performance will be one of the key storylines to watch in the local sports scene.
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Category: arts ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? MIAMI (AP) — Sandy Alcantara set the franchise career record for strikeouts and won his fifth consecutive start in June, leading the Miami Marlins to a 6-4 victory over the Texas Rangers on Tuesday night. Alcantara (8-4), who allowed one run in 6 2/3 innings, struck out Kyle Higashioka in the sevent
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