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Miami Marlins dominate Arizona Diamondbacks in series win
The Miami Marlins defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 10-6 on June 9, sparking a four‑run eighth inning. Otto Lopez delivered the go‑ahead RBI single, and rookie catcher Joe Mack went 4‑for‑4, becoming the youngest Marlins catcher to record four hits in a game. Miami’s early lead was built on contributions from Xavier Edwards, Connor Norby and Liam Hicks, while Pete Fairbanks closed with a one‑hit ninth. Max Meyer pitched five and a third innings, extending his franchise record of 14 starts without a loss.
The next night the Marlins rolled to an 8‑0 shutout. Kyle Stowers and Owen Caissie each homered, and Lopez added two singles and two RBIs, raising his league‑leading batting average to .342. William Kempner earned his first career win in relief. The victory gave Miami its seventh win in eight games and cemented Lopez’s status among the National League’s top hitters, as reflected in league leader statistics that list him at the top in batting average and hits.
The back‑to‑back wins improved the Marlins’ standing in the NL East and underscored their offensive surge against the Diamondbacks.