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Alcantara sharp, Lopez homers to pace the Marlins past the A’s, 7-2
By Litzy Grijalba at WSVN 7 News
· July 5, 2026
· 2 min read
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Sandy Alcantara allowed one run with a season-high eight strikeouts in eight innings to win his seventh consecutive start, leading the Miami Marlins past the Athletics 7-2 on Saturday night. Otto Lopez homered and had three hits and three RBIs for Miami to celebrate hi
Key takeaway (AP) — Sandy Alcantara allowed one run with a season-high eight strikeouts in eight innings to win his seventh consecutive start, leading the Miami Marlins past the Athletics 7-2 on Saturday night.
Why this matters in The Miami
The Marlins' win over the Athletics is a welcome boost to the team's momentum as they head into the All-Star break. For Miami fans, the success of players like Sandy Alcantara and Otto Lopez is a point of pride, and their performances on the field are a major draw for fans in Little Havana, Wynwood, and other neighborhoods. The team's strong showing also has implications for the local economy, as a winning season can bring in more visitors and revenue to the city's hotels, restaurants, and shops in areas like Brickell and Miami Beach. As the Marlins look to build on their current streak, fans will be watching to see how the team performs in the second half of the season, and whether they can make a push for the playoffs. With the All-Star Game approaching, Miami will be represented by Lopez and Max Meyer, giving the city a chance to showcase its baseball talent on a national stage.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 5, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Sandy Alcantara allowed one run with a season-high eight strikeouts in eight innings to win his seventh consecutive start, leading the Miami Marlins past the Athletics 7-2 on Saturday night. Otto Lopez homered and had three hits and three RBIs for Miami to celebrate hi
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