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Stowers homers twice, drives in 5 runs to power the Marlins past the Phillies 12-4
By Matthew Garcia at WSVN 7 News
· June 17, 2026
· 2 min read
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Kyle Stowers homered twice and drove in five runs and the Miami Marlins avoided a series sweep with a 12-4 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday. Stowers hit a two-run home run in the first inning off Phillies starter Andrew Painter, then a solo homer in the sixth innin
Key takeaway Owen Cassie led off the second inning with his seventh homer of the season after the Phillies had tied the game at 2.
Why this matters in The Miami
The Marlins' win over the Phillies is a welcome boost to the team's momentum as they head back to Miami to face the San Francisco Giants. With the series starting on Friday, fans in Little Havana, Wynwood, and other neighborhoods can look forward to cheering on their team at home. The Marlins' powerful offense, led by Kyle Stowers' impressive performance, will be a major draw for local fans. As the team continues to battle for a strong season, their home games will be a significant factor in their success. Miami's diverse community, with its strong Latin American and Caribbean roots, is known for its passion for baseball, and a winning streak could bring even more energy to the city's vibrant neighborhoods, including Miami Beach and Brickell. The upcoming series against the Giants will be a key test for the Marlins, and local fans will be watching closely to see if they can keep their momentum going.
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Category: arts ·
Published: June 17, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Kyle Stowers homered twice and drove in five runs and the Miami Marlins avoided a series sweep with a 12-4 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday. Stowers hit a two-run home run in the first inning off Phillies starter Andrew Painter, then a solo homer in the sixth innin
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