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Cantillo strikes out 9, Rocchio and DeLauter homer as Guardians beat Marlins to sweep series
By Litzy Grijalba at WSVN 7 News
· July 12, 2026
· 2 min read
MIAMI (AP) — Joey Cantillo struck out nine over five innings of one-run ball, Brayan Rocchio homered and drove in two and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Miami Marlins 5-2 on Sunday to complete a three-game sweep. Rookie Chase DeLauter also went deep while Steven Kwan and Khalil Watson each had two
Key takeaway Rookie Chase DeLauter also went deep while Steven Kwan and Khalil Watson each had two hits for the Guardians, who are 51-46 going into the All-Star break.
Why this matters in The Miami
The Marlins' series loss to the Guardians comes as a disappointment to Miami fans, particularly given the team's strong performance at home prior to the series. The Marlins had won six straight at home and were on a 26-8 run since June 1, making this sweep a notable setback. As the team heads into the All-Star break, they will look to regroup and refocus for their upcoming road series against Milwaukee. The Marlins' performance will be closely watched by fans in Little Havana and across Miami, where baseball is a beloved part of the city's cultural fabric. With the team's roster featuring players from Latin America and the Caribbean, their success is often seen as a source of pride for the local community. As the Marlins aim to bounce back from this series loss, their fans will be eager to see how they perform on the road and how they can regain their momentum heading into the second half of the season.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 12, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? MIAMI (AP) — Joey Cantillo struck out nine over five innings of one-run ball, Brayan Rocchio homered and drove in two and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Miami Marlins 5-2 on Sunday to complete a three-game sweep. Rookie Chase DeLauter also went deep while Steven Kwan and Khalil Watson each had two
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