Kyle Stowers made a significant impact with a three-run home run, leading the Miami Marlins to a 7-3 victory over the New York Yankees on Sunday. This win marks the Marlins’ first-ever sweep of the Yankees in a series consisting of three or more games.
With this victory, the Marlins (55-55) reached the .500 mark for the first time since April 15. Notably, they have amassed a record of 30-14 since June 13, equaling the franchise record for most wins in a 44-game period, previously set by the 2003 Marlins team. That year, the Marlins famously triumphed over the Yankees in the World Series.
Marlins starter Edward Cabrera excelled, allowing only two hits over six innings while striking out seven and walking one. His only hit allowed came from Trent Grisham, who homered during Cabrera’s first at-bat faced. Rookie Jakob Marsee had an impressive performance, going 2-for-4 and falling just a single hit short of completing the cycle.
The Yankees, on the other hand, are facing a challenging period. Their starter Luis Gil made his season debut but struggled, allowing five runs and walking four in just 3⅓ innings. The team has come under scrutiny for its inconsistent performance, which has sparked criticism from former Yankees legends Derek Jeter and Alex Rodriguez on a recent pregame show. Boone responded to these observations, indicating that it is “gut check” time for the team as they seek to regain control of their season.
New York’s recent series included a painful loss where they squandered a six-run lead in a 13-12 defeat on Friday and were then shut out 2-0 on Saturday. Once sitting atop the AL East with a seven-game lead in late May, the Yankees now find themselves behind the Toronto Blue Jays, as well as the Boston Red Sox, who have surged ahead in the standings.
Boone remains hopeful, expressing confidence that the team will rally and improve as the season progresses. “It’s getting late,” he acknowledged, “but it’s certainly not too late for us.”
This win for the Marlins is a significant moment in their franchise history, reflecting their growth and potential moving forward, while the Yankees face pressing challenges as they work to reclaim their competitive edge.