Marlins Aim to Continue Home Success Against Uneven Brewers

Milwaukee looks to bounce back from recent struggles as Miami hosts a three-game series.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 7:22am

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The Milwaukee Brewers, who have had an uneven start to the season, are set to visit the Miami Marlins for a three-game series beginning on Friday. The Brewers are coming off a tough stretch, having lost six straight games before winning their last two. Meanwhile, the Marlins are 7-3 at home this season and will look to take advantage of a potentially tired Brewers bullpen after Milwaukee's recent back-to-back games.

Why it matters

This series presents an opportunity for the Marlins to continue their strong home performance and potentially gain ground in the NL standings, while the Brewers will aim to get back on track and reassert themselves as one of the top teams in the National League.

The details

The Brewers have had an unusual start to the season, opening 8-2 before losing six straight. However, they've shown the ability to bounce back, winning their last two games against the Toronto Blue Jays in close 2-1 contests. Milwaukee's bullpen has been a strength, with reliever Aaron Ashby leading the majors in wins despite throwing just 14 innings this season. The Marlins, meanwhile, are coming off a 1-5 road trip but have been strong at home, going 7-3 so far. Miami will look to its offense, led by DH/catcher Liam Hicks, who has a .900 OPS and 18 RBIs, tied for fifth in the majors.

  • The three-game series between the Brewers and Marlins begins on Friday, April 17, 2026.
  • The Brewers are coming off back-to-back 2-1 wins over the Blue Jays on Wednesday, April 15 and Thursday, April 16.

The players

Aaron Ashby

A Brewers relief pitcher who leads the majors in wins with a 5-0 record and 3.21 ERA despite throwing just 14 innings this season.

Liam Hicks

The Marlins' DH/catcher who has a .900 OPS and 18 RBIs, tied for fifth in the majors.

Janson Junk

The Marlins' starting pitcher for the series opener, who is 1-0 with a 5.40 ERA in his only previous appearance against the Brewers.

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What they’re saying

“Growing up playing the game, 'small ball' was huge. In the big leagues, you don't see it as much, but it still works.”

— Brandon Sproat, Brewers pitcher

“Liam's at-bat quality has been on display. Seeing him impact the ball has been encouraging.”

— Clayton McCullough, Marlins manager

What’s next

The Brewers have yet to announce a starting pitcher for the series opener against the Marlins on Friday.

The takeaway

This series presents an opportunity for the Marlins to continue their strong home performance and potentially gain ground in the NL standings, while the Brewers will aim to get back on track and reassert themselves as one of the top teams in the National League.