Marlins Earn Series Split with Big Games from Sanoja, Caissie

Miami tops Reds 8-1 in series finale behind strong performances from two young stars.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 7:04pm

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The Miami Marlins earned a series split against the Cincinnati Reds with an 8-1 victory on Thursday, powered by big games from young players Javier Sanoja and Owen Caissie. Sanoja and Caissie combined for six hits and five RBIs, helping the Marlins bounce back after dropping the first two games of the four-game set. Right-hander Max Meyer pitched five solid innings to earn the win, though the Marlins may have suffered an injury to outfielder Griffin Conine in the sixth inning.

Why it matters

The Marlins' series split with the Reds keeps them in the hunt in the competitive NL East division race, with strong performances from Sanoja and Caissie providing hope for the team's future. However, the potential loss of Conine to injury is a concern, as the young outfielder has been a key contributor this season.

The details

The Marlins jumped out to a 1-0 lead in the first inning on an error by Reds third baseman Eugenio Suárez. They then tacked on three runs in the fourth, with Caissie delivering a two-run double and Sanoja driving in another run with a single. Sanoja added another RBI single in the sixth, while Caissie tallied an RBI single in the seventh. That was more than enough run support for starter Max Meyer, who allowed just a solo home run to Sal Stewart in his five innings of work.

  • The game was played on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida.
  • The Marlins jumped out to a 1-0 lead in the first inning.

The players

Javier Sanoja

A young Marlins player who had a big game, combining for six hits and five RBIs.

Owen Caissie

Another young Marlins player who contributed heavily to the team's victory, also combining for six hits and five RBIs.

Max Meyer

The Marlins' starting pitcher, who earned the win by pitching five solid innings and allowing just one run on a solo home run.

Griffin Conine

A Marlins outfielder who may have suffered a left knee injury on a diving attempt in the sixth inning.

Eugenio Suárez

The Reds' third baseman whose fielding error in the first inning allowed the Marlins to take an early lead.

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What they’re saying

“We knew we had to bounce back after dropping the first two games. Javier and Owen really stepped up and led the way for us today.”

— Don Mattingly, Marlins Manager

What’s next

The Marlins will need to further evaluate the extent of Griffin Conine's left knee injury to determine his status going forward. The team will also look to build on this series-splitting victory as they continue their push in the NL East division race.

The takeaway

The Marlins' young stars Javier Sanoja and Owen Caissie delivered big performances to help the team earn a series split against the Reds, providing hope for the team's future. However, the potential loss of outfielder Griffin Conine to injury is a concern that the team will need to address.