# Marlins face setbacks and recovery in Wild Card pursuit > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/san-diego-padres-vs-miami-marlins-series-july-2026 > Updated: 2026-09-12T23:06:49.000Z. Sources: 99. Developments: 15. The Miami Marlins’ momentum faced significant challenges during a series of critical matchups against division rivals and struggling teams. In a high-stakes series against the Philadelphia Phillies, the Marlins suffered consecutive losses. The Phillies secured a 6-4 victory at Citizens Bank Park, bolstered by a sixth-inning rally, and followed it with a 6-5 win driven by Luis Arráez’s four-hit performance and Cristopher Sánchez’s pitching. Arráez’s performance extended his lead in the National League batting title race. While the Marlins managed to complete a three-game sweep of the Washington Nationals with a 6-2 win, their progress was quickly halted. During a subsequent road series against the Nationals, Miami lost 9-2. The defeat was marked by a difficult outing for starter Eury Pérez, who allowed five runs and issued four walks in just three innings. Seeking to rebound, the Marlins found success against the Kansas City Royals. Following a 6-3 victory fueled by Graham Pauley’s four RBIs and Kyle Stowers’ home run, the Marlins secured a 9-6 comeback win. In that matchup, Stowers hit his 18th home run, and Heriberto Hernández drove in two runs, extending his on-base streak to 19 games. Despite these wins, the Royals took the series finale 7-3. On September 6, 2026, the Marlins defeated the Chicago Cubs 10-3 to avoid a series sweep. The Marlins’ offense was powered by home runs from Heriberto Hernandez, Javier Sanoja, and Owen Caissie, with Hernandez and Sanoja both recording two RBIs. Despite the loss, Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong hit his 40th home run of the season. The Cubs also faced lineup instability when Ian Happ was scratched due to left knee discomfort shortly before the game. Following a four-game losing streak, the Marlins secured a weekend series victory against the Los Angeles Dodgers at loanDepot Park. ## Claims - San Diego Padres defeated Miami Marlins 5‑3 on July 26, 2026, extending the Marlins' losing streak to 12 consecutive games. (corroborated by 7 sources) - The Marlins' franchise‑record losing streak reached 12 consecutive games, the longest in team history. (corroborated by 7 sources) - Padres rallied in the eighth inning with four runs to overcome a three‑run deficit. (corroborated by 5 sources) - Manny Machado and Jackson Merrill each hit home runs in the eighth inning of the 5‑3 game. (corroborated by 5 sources) - Walker Buehler started for the Padres in the 5‑3 game and allowed three runs (two earned) over 5 1/3 innings. (corroborated by 5 sources) - Attendance at loanDepot Park for the 5‑3 game was 21,675 spectators. (corroborated by 5 sources) - Ty France drove in three runs in the 7‑2 Padres win on July 25, 2026, extending the Marlins' losing streak to 11 games. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Luis Rengifo hit a pinch‑hit two‑run homer in the eighth inning of a 4‑2 Padres win on July 25, 2026. (corroborated by 2 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-12: Miami Marlins defeat Los Angeles Dodgers on walk-off home run Agustín Ramírez hit a two-run walk-off home run to lead the Miami Marlins to a 6-4 comeback win over the Los Angeles Dodgers, clinching the series despite a standout rookie performance from Josué De Paula. 19 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/miami-marlins-defeat-los-angeles-dodgers-4-3 ### 2026-09-06: Chicago Cubs face injury concerns and Marlins loss The Miami Marlins defeated the Chicago Cubs 10-3 on Sunday, aided by home runs from Heriberto Hernandez and Javier Sanoja. The Cubs played without Ian Happ due to sudden knee discomfort. 17 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chicago-cubs-face-miami-marlins-in-mlb-matchup ### 2026-09-02: Miami Marlins rally to defeat Kansas City Royals 9-6 The Miami Marlins overcame an early deficit to defeat the Kansas City Royals 9-6, highlighted by home runs from Kyle Stowers and Heriberto Hernández. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mlb-matchups-phillies-at-diamondbacks-and-marlins-at-royals ### 2026-08-28: Washington Nationals defeat Miami Marlins 9-2 The Washington Nationals defeated the Miami Marlins 9-2, fueled by a difficult outing from Marlins starter Eury Pérez, who allowed five runs in just three innings. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/washington-nationals-defeat-miami-marlins-9-2 ### 2026-08-23: MLB Update: Giants shut out Reds, Phillies' streak ends in Seattle MLB highlights include the San Francisco Giants' 5-0 shutout of the Reds, the Seattle Mariners ending the Phillies' nine-game win streak, and the Miami Marlins sweeping the Washington Nationals. 22 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/miami-marlins-seek-series-sweep-against-washington-nationals ### 2026-08-21: Miami Marlins defeat Washington Nationals in series wins The Miami Marlins defeated the Washington Nationals in two closely contested games, highlighted by a Javier Sanoja walk-off single and a 4-2 victory featuring home runs from Hernández and Marsee. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/washington-nationals-face-miami-marlins-in-mlb-matchup ### 2026-08-18: Philadelphia Phillies defeat Miami Marlins behind Arráez and Sánchez The Philadelphia Phillies beat the Miami Marlins 6-5, fueled by Luis Arráez's multi-hit game and Cristopher Sánchez's dominant pitching as he reaches 16 wins. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philadelphia-phillies-defeat-miami-marlins-behind-arrez-and-snchez ### 2026-08-18: Philadelphia Phillies defeat Miami Marlins 6-4 for fifth straight win The Philadelphia Phillies extended their winning streak to five games with a 6-4 victory over the Miami Marlins, driven by a sixth-inning rally from Alec Bohm and Bryson Stott. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philadelphia-phillies-defeat-miami-marlins-6-4 ### 2026-08-16: Miami Marlins defeat Cincinnati Reds 7-1 before Phillies series The Miami Marlins defeated the Cincinnati Reds 7-1 behind late home runs from Heriberto Hernández and Javier Sanoja. The Marlins now head to Philadelphia for a crucial Wild Card race series against the Phillies 16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/miami-marlins-face-cincinnati-reds-in-mlb-matchup ### 2026-08-13: MLB news: Jesús Madé tops prospect rankings and Eugenio Suárez hits 343rd home run MLB news features Jesús Madé topping the Top 100 prospect rankings, Eugenio Suárez surpassing Ron Santo in home runs, and key game results including a Marlins win and a Mariners shutout. 20 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/miami-marlins-defeat-pittsburgh-pirates-8-2 ### 2026-07-29: Marlins de Miami clinch 8-6 win over Phillies, Hernandez hits 16th homer Miami Marlins beat Philadelphia Phillies 8-6, sweeping the series; Javier Sanoja doubled and scored, while Heriberto Hernández hit his 16th homer. Phillies starter Jesús Luzardo took the loss after allowing six 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marlins-de-miami-clinch-8-6-win-over-phillies-hernandez-hits-16th-homer ### 2026-07-28: Marlins 1-0 win over Phillies caps comeback and fuels trade‑deadline speculation Marlins beat the Phillies 1‑0 on July 28, with Sandy Alcantara’s seven shutout innings and Kyle Stowers’ solo homer; the win ends a 12‑game skid and sparks trade‑deadline talks for both clubs. 19 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philadelphia-phillies-face-miami-marlins-at-loandepot-park-on-july-28 ### 2026-07-28: Miami Marlins End 12-Game Losing Streak and Stay in Wild Card Hunt The Marlins ended a 12‑game skid with a walk‑off win, staying near the Wild Card race, and plan no big trades at the deadline. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/miami-marlins-end-12-game-losing-streak-and-stay-in-wild-card-hunt ### 2026-07-25: San Diego Padres extend Miami Marlins losing streak to 12 games Padres rallied to a 5‑3 win, extending Marlins’ losing streak to a franchise‑record 12 games; earlier 7‑2 win pushed it to 11. 30 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/san-diego-padres-win-over-miami-marlins-on-luis-rengifos-pinchhit-homer ### 2026-07-23: San Diego Padres face Miami Marlins as trade deadline looms The Padres host the Marlins amid a ten‑game losing streak, announce Tatis Jr. as DH, and weigh trade‑deadline moves—including a possible Kevin Gausman deal—to bolster their starting rotation. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/padres-aim-to-halt-slide-against-marlins-in-crucial-wildcard-series --- Cite as: Marlins face setbacks and recovery in Wild Card pursuit. 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