Reds Rally Late to Beat Marlins in 10 Innings

Cincinnati overcomes early deficit, chases Alcantara in 9th to extend winning streak to 5 games.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 3:52am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a baseball game broken down into overlapping planes of navy, green, and orange, conveying the dynamic action and tension of the Reds' late-inning rally.The Reds' dramatic comeback victory over the Marlins showcases the team's resilience and ability to win close games late.Today in Miami

The Cincinnati Reds overcame an early deficit, rallying in the 9th inning to tie the game against the Miami Marlins before scoring four runs in the 10th to win 6-3. The Reds chased Marlins ace Sandy Alcantara in the 9th, and Nathaniel Lowe's go-ahead single in the 10th sparked the late-inning comeback.

Why it matters

The Reds' comeback victory extends their winning streak to 5 games, keeping them in contention in the NL Central division race. The loss is a tough one for the Marlins, who had been riding the strong pitching of Alcantara before the Reds rallied late.

The details

After the Marlins took an early 3-0 lead, the Reds chased Alcantara in the 9th inning, tying the game on a wild pitch by Anthony Bender. In the 10th, Lowe's go-ahead single sparked a 4-run outburst that gave the Reds the victory.

  • The game took place on April 8, 2026 in Miami, Florida.

The players

Sandy Alcantara

The Marlins' ace starting pitcher who was chased in the 9th inning.

Nathaniel Lowe

The Reds' first baseman who hit the go-ahead single in the 10th inning to spark the comeback.

Anthony Bender

The Marlins' relief pitcher who threw the game-tying wild pitch in the 9th inning.

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What they’re saying

“We just kept battling and found a way to get it done. That's what good teams do.”

— David Bell, Reds Manager

What’s next

The Reds will look to extend their winning streak to 6 games when they face the Marlins again on Sunday.

The takeaway

The Reds' late-inning comeback against one of the NL's top pitchers shows their resilience and ability to win close games, an important trait as they try to keep pace in the division race.