Game result and context
Los Angeles Dodgers defeat Miami Marlins 6-2 in 2026 regular season matchup
The Los Angeles Dodgers improved to 90-57 with a 6-2 win over the Miami Marlins, who fell to 72-76. Kyle Tucker powered the offense with a seventh-inning grand slam, while Blake Snell earned the win after striking out eight batters over 5.2 innings.
Final result
The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Miami Marlins with a final score of 6-2 on September 11, 2026. The Dodgers moved their season record to 90-57, while the Marlins dropped to 72-76.
The scoring began in the third inning when the Dodgers plated one run. Both teams added a run in the sixth inning. The game was decided in the seventh, when the Dodgers scored four runs to pull away. The Marlins added a final run in the eighth inning, but could not overcome the deficit.
Key performances
Kyle Tucker led the Dodgers' offense, finishing the game with three hits in three at-bats, including a grand slam in the seventh inning that accounted for four of his five RBIs. Max Muncy also contributed significantly, recording three hits in four at-bats.
Blake Snell earned the win for Los Angeles, pitching 5.2 innings and allowing one earned run while striking out eight batters. For the Marlins, Ryan Gusto took the loss, pitching 6.0 innings and allowing two earned runs. Otto Lopez provided a bright spot for Miami, tallying four hits in five at-bats, while Agustín Ramírez drove in one of the team's two runs.
Season and playoff context
This game was the first of a three-game regular season series between the two clubs. The Dodgers continue their season with a 90-57 record, maintaining their position in the standings as the season progresses toward the postseason. The Marlins move to 72-76 following the loss.