Marlins Rally Late to Avoid Yankees Sweep

Miami scores 4 runs in 8th inning to salvage final game of series

Apr. 6, 2026 at 3:39pm

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The Miami Marlins avoided a three-game sweep against the New York Yankees by scoring four runs in the top of the eighth inning to take the lead and hold on for the victory.

Why it matters

The Marlins' comeback win prevents them from being swept by their division rival Yankees, keeping them within striking distance in the NL East standings as they look to make a playoff push.

The details

Down 3-2 heading into the eighth inning, the Marlins rallied for four runs to take a 6-3 lead. Outfielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. drove in the tying run with an RBI single, and first baseman Garrett Cooper followed with a three-run homer to give Miami the lead.

  • The game was played on April 6, 2026.

The players

Jazz Chisholm Jr.

Marlins outfielder who drove in the tying run in the 8th inning.

Garrett Cooper

Marlins first baseman who hit a 3-run homer in the 8th inning to give Miami the lead.

New York Yankees

The Marlins' division rival who they avoided being swept by with the comeback win.

Miami Marlins

The National League East team that rallied late to avoid a three-game sweep against the Yankees.

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What they’re saying

“That was a huge win for us. Coming back like that against a team like the Yankees shows the fight in this club.”

— Jazz Chisholm Jr., Marlins Outfielder

What’s next

The Marlins will look to build on this comeback win as they continue their road trip, facing the Mets next in a crucial NL East matchup.

The takeaway

The Marlins' late-inning heroics demonstrate their resilience and ability to bounce back, keeping them in the playoff hunt in a tight NL East division race.