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Sandy Alcantara allows one run over 7 innings as the Marlins beat the Rays 4-1
By Litzy Grijalba at WSVN 7 News
· June 7, 2026
· 2 min read
MIAMI (AP) — Sandy Alcantara struck out seven in seven innings of one-run ball, Otto López doubled and tripled, and the Miami Marlins beat the Tampa Bay Rays 4-1 on Sunday. Kyle Stowers singled and hit a go-ahead sacrifice fly for the Marlins, who clinched the three-game series and finished 3-3 agai
Key takeaway Kyle Stowers singled and hit a go-ahead sacrifice fly for the Marlins, who clinched the three-game series and finished 3-3 against their in-state rival this season.
Why this matters in The Miami
The Marlins' win over the Rays is a welcome boost to the team's momentum, and fans in Little Havana and across Miami can celebrate the success of their hometown team. With the Marlins set to face the Arizona Diamondbacks next, the energy at the stadium is likely to remain electric, drawing in crowds from neighborhoods like Wynwood and Brickell. As the team looks to build on this win, the upcoming series against the Diamondbacks will be a key test of their skills, and fans will be watching closely to see how they perform. The Marlins' ability to clinch the series against their in-state rival is also a testament to the strong baseball tradition in South Florida, where the sport is deeply rooted in the local culture. With the team's next game just around the corner, fans are eagerly anticipating the opportunity to cheer on the Marlins once again.
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Category: arts ·
Published: June 7, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? MIAMI (AP) — Sandy Alcantara struck out seven in seven innings of one-run ball, Otto López doubled and tripled, and the Miami Marlins beat the Tampa Bay Rays 4-1 on Sunday. Kyle Stowers singled and hit a go-ahead sacrifice fly for the Marlins, who clinched the three-game series and finished 3-3 agai
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