Marlins Sweep Rockies in Season Opener

Rookie Owen Caissie hits go-ahead 2-run homer to lead Miami to victory.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 9:52pm

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The Miami Marlins defeated the Colorado Rockies 4-3 on Sunday, completing a series sweep in their season-opening matchup. Rookie outfielder Owen Caissie hit a go-ahead 2-run homer in the 8th inning to lift the Marlins to victory.

Why it matters

The Marlins are looking to build on a promising 2025 season and get off to a strong start in 2026. Sweeping the Rockies, who made the playoffs last year, is an encouraging sign for Miami's young core of talent.

The details

With the game tied 2-2 in the 8th inning, Marlins rookie Owen Caissie stepped up and crushed a 2-run homer to give Miami the lead. The Rockies scored a run in the 9th to make it close, but the Marlins held on for the 4-3 win.

  • The game was played on Sunday, March 29, 2026.

The players

Owen Caissie

A 22-year-old outfielder for the Miami Marlins who hit the go-ahead 2-run homer in the 8th inning.

Miami Marlins

The MLB team based in Miami, Florida that swept the Colorado Rockies in their season-opening series.

Colorado Rockies

The MLB team based in Denver, Colorado that lost all 3 games to the Marlins to start the 2026 season.

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What they’re saying

“That was a huge hit for us to take the lead late. Owen has been swinging a hot bat all spring and it was great to see him come through in a big moment like that.”

— Don Mattingly, Marlins Manager

What’s next

The Marlins will continue their season-opening homestand with a 3-game series against the Philadelphia Phillies starting on April 1st.

The takeaway

The Marlins' young talent, led by rookie Owen Caissie's heroics, has the team off to a promising start as they look to build on last season's success and compete in the NL East.