The Marlins’ visit to Cincinnati lasted longer than expected due to a Sunday afternoon rain delay. But running around in the mud was well worth it, as they clinched their fourth straight series with a 8-5 win over the National League’s weakest team.
J.T. Realmuto ignited a first-inning rally by drawing a leadoff walk, which evolved into a serious threat when Don Mattingly put him in motion with Martín Prado at the plate. Instead of resulting in a routine double play, Prado’s ground ball moved both veterans into scoring position thanks to a Scooter Gennett throwing error.