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Marlins’ Max Meyer placed on injury list with neck strain, Lopez out with finger inflammation
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Matthew Garcia , WSVN 7 News
· July 20, 2026
· 2 min read
HOUSTON (AP) — Miami Marlins All-Star right-hander Max Meyer was placed on the 15-day injured list with a neck strain, and All-Star shortstop Otto Lopez is out of the starting lineup for the second straight game. Marlins’ manager Clayton McCullough said before Monday’s game against Miami that Meyer
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Key takeaway Marlins’ manager Clayton McCullough said before Monday’s game against Miami that Meyer felt “a little sensation in the neck area” during his start in Seattle on July 7.
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The injuries to Max Meyer and Otto Lopez come at a crucial time for the Miami Marlins, who are looking to make a push in the second half of the season. With Meyer's impressive 9-1 record and 2.68 ERA, his absence will be felt on the mound. The Marlins' decision to recall Zach Brzykcy from Triple-A to take Meyer's spot on the roster will be closely watched by fans in Little Havana and across Miami. Meanwhile, Lopez's bat has been a key factor in the team's offense, and his return to the lineup will be welcome news for fans in Wynwood and Brickell. As the Marlins navigate the challenges of the season, they will also be looking to stay competitive in a tough division, with the goal of bringing a winning season to the city of Miami. The team's performance will be closely followed by the diverse community of fans in Miami-Dade County.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
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What is this story about? HOUSTON (AP) — Miami Marlins All-Star right-hander Max Meyer was placed on the 15-day injured list with a neck strain, and All-Star shortstop Otto Lopez is out of the starting lineup for the second straight game. Marlins’ manager Clayton McCullough said before Monday’s game against Miami that Meyer
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