Marlins End Phillies Six-Game Win Streak With 8-3 Victory

The Miami Marlins defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 8-3 in game two of their four-game series, halting the Phillies' five-game winning streak. The Marlins' offense was led by Eric Wagaman's two-run homer and Jesus Sanchez's pinch-hit solo shot, while Xavier Edwards contributed three hits and an RBI. Phillies starter Jesus Luzardo, who previously spent over three seasons with Miami, struggled, giving up four runs on six hits and a season-high four walks over five-plus innings. The Phillies had briefly taken the lead in the fifth inning but could not hold it as Miami scored three runs in the sixth and added more in later innings. The series had started with the Phillies winning game one 5-2, highlighted by Trea Turner's leadoff home run and strong pitching from rookie Mick Abel. Game three is scheduled with Ranger Suarez pitching for Philadelphia against a yet-to-be-named Marlins starter.