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Marlins Defeat Rays 9-4, Breaking Longstanding Rivalry Trend

Connor Norby’s three-run double and Eric Wagaman’s multi-hit performance lead Miami to a rare victory over Tampa Bay in the series opener.

Taj Bradley #45 of the Tampa Bay Rays pitches against the Miami Marlins in the first inning of the game at loanDepot park on May 16, 2025, in Miami, Florida. (Megan Briggs/Getty Images North America/TNS)
Apr 20, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Miami Marlins manager Clayton McCullough (86) during the fourth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Miami Marlins secured a 9-4 win over the Tampa Bay Rays, marking only their fifth victory in the last 30 matchups since 2019.
  • Connor Norby’s pivotal three-run double in the fourth inning turned a 1-1 tie into a commanding 5-1 lead for Miami.
  • Max Meyer earned the win for the Marlins, pitching five innings with seven strikeouts despite allowing four runs and being hit by two line drives.
  • Tampa Bay’s Taj Bradley struggled, giving up five runs in four innings, walking three batters, and contributing to defensive errors that extended Miami’s scoring opportunities.
  • The Rays issued a season-high seven walks and committed multiple fielding mistakes, underscoring their ongoing pitching and defensive challenges.