Agustin Ramirez drives in four as Marlins beat up on Braves

Miami slugger homers and singles to lead offensive outburst against Atlanta

Apr. 14, 2026 at 2:52am

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An abstract, energetic painting depicting the explosive moment of a baseball leaving the bat, with vibrant brushstrokes and neon colors capturing the dynamic motion and power of the swing.Marlins slugger Agustin Ramirez unleashes his raw power with a towering home run, sparking his team's offensive outburst against the Braves.Today in Miami

Agustin Ramirez hit a three-run home run and drove in four runs to power the Miami Marlins to a 10-4 victory over the Atlanta Braves in the opener of their three-game series. The Marlins banged out 16 hits and scored ten runs, bouncing back from a weekend sweep against the Detroit Tigers.

Why it matters

The Marlins have struggled to score runs at times this season, so this offensive explosion against a division rival like the Braves is an encouraging sign for their playoff hopes. Ramirez's big game could also be a breakout moment for the young slugger.

The details

Ramirez went 3-for-4 with a walk, hitting a 420-foot three-run homer in the fifth inning and adding an RBI single. The Marlins scored three runs in the fourth inning and three more in the sixth to pull away. Miami starter Eury Perez allowed four runs in 4.1 innings, while Andrew Nardi (1-0) got the win in relief. Atlanta starter Grant Holmes lasted just four innings, giving up three runs.

  • The game was played on Monday, April 14, 2026.
  • The Marlins had been swept in a three-game series against the Detroit Tigers over the weekend prior to this game.

The players

Agustin Ramirez

A young slugger for the Miami Marlins who had a breakout game, hitting a three-run home run and driving in four runs.

Andrew Nardi

The winning pitcher for the Marlins, coming in relief of starter Eury Perez.

Grant Holmes

The starting pitcher for the Atlanta Braves, who lasted just four innings and allowed three runs.

Aaron Bummer

The losing pitcher for the Braves, allowing three runs in relief.

Liam Hicks

A Marlins player who went 3-for-4 and drove in three runs.

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What they’re saying

“We really needed a game like this to get our offense going again. Agustin stepped up big time and showed what he's capable of.”

— Don Mattingly, Marlins Manager

What’s next

The Marlins and Braves will continue their three-game series on Tuesday and Wednesday, with the Marlins looking to build on this offensive outburst and the Braves hoping to even the series.

The takeaway

This game demonstrated the Marlins' offensive potential when their big bats are clicking, providing hope that they can sustain a playoff push in the competitive NL East. Ramirez's breakout performance was a particularly encouraging sign for Miami's future.