Dane Myers stopped the crowd when he hit a three-run home run and had a career-best five RBIs. Griffin Conine also had three hits and an RBI. The Miami Marlins, with their 8-1 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday, won the series against Toronto for the first time since 2009.
Consistent Performance of Jesus Sánchez
Jesús Sánchez of the Marlins continued his good form, hitting a three-run homer for the second straight game. The Marlins were without bench coach Luis Urueta in the penultimate game of the season due to manager Skip Schumaker’s return to California due to a family health issue. Urueta will also oversee the season finale on Sunday.
Dane Myers Makes a Spectacular Comeback
Myers, recently removed from the 60-day disabled list, left a lasting impression. He fractured his left ankle in a concussion following his ejection in a 10-6 loss at Cincinnati on July 13. “To see him play so well after two really tough months is an amazing moment,” Urueta said. Myers admitted that the mental rehabilitation was more difficult than the physical. He admitted, “Watching the game in the hotel while injured was difficult.”
Impressive Debut of Xzavion Curry
Xzavion Curry made his Miami debut memorable by allowing just one run and two hits over five innings, leading Miami to its third straight win. “He did an excellent job. He attacked the area and struck,” exclaimed Urueta. Darren McCaughan followed with a solid performance, pitching the final four innings and saving the second in as many chances.
Marlins’ Series Win Snaps Eight Game Streak
The Marlins’ series win over Toronto snapped an eight-game winless streak. The last time they swept a three-game road series against the Blue Jays was back in June 2009. Despite Nathan Lukes hitting his first home run for the Blue Jays, Toronto suffered its ninth loss in its last 11 games.
Blue Jays Struggle in September
The Blue Jays continued to struggle as they slipped to a disappointing 7-16 record in September. Starring Vladimir Guerrero Jr. had a day to remember, going 0 for 4 with a hit, one shy of the 200-mark.
Rookie Yariel RodrÃguez Ends Season on Low Note
Blue Jays starter Yariel RodrÃguez ended his rookie season on a sour note, losing his fifth straight decision. “I know I can do better than this,” RodrÃguez said through a translator. The 27-year-old right-hander allowed three runs and four hits in five-plus innings, walking two and striking out five.
Marlins Continue to Score in Sixth
The Marlins continued to take the lead in the sixth inning. Myers brought the bases loaded double over the right field wall, causing Brendon Little to pop out. Jhonny Pereda added an RBI single off Erik Swanson. Myers capped his perfect day with a home run off Génesis Cabrera in the eighth, his third of the season.
Upcoming Game and List Updates
In preparation for the final game of the season, the Blue Jays recalled RHP Nick Robertson from Triple-A Buffalo and optioned LHP Easton Lucas to the Spring Training Complex. LHP Ryan Weathers is slated to start for Miami in Sunday’s season finale, and the Blue Jays’ starter has yet to be named.
