Game result and context
Miami Marlins defeat Los Angeles Dodgers 4-3 in 2026 regular season matchup
The Miami Marlins edged the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-3 on Friday, overcoming an early two-run deficit to secure the win. The result moves the Dodgers to 90-58 and the Marlins to 73-76.
Final result
The Miami Marlins defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers with a final score of 4-3. The Dodgers fell to 90-58 on the season, while the Marlins improved their record to 73-76.
How the game changed
The Dodgers opened the game with back-to-back home runs from Mookie Betts and Max Muncy in the first inning to take a 2-0 lead. The Marlins responded immediately in the bottom of the second inning, scoring three runs to take a 3-2 advantage. Graham Pauley provided the key hit in that frame with a two-run home run. Miami added an insurance run in the fifth inning to extend their lead to 4-2. Despite a late effort, the Dodgers were held to one run in the ninth inning, finalizing the 4-3 score.
Key performances
Graham Pauley led the Marlins' offense with a home run and two RBIs. Griffin Conine contributed significantly for Miami, recording three hits in three at-bats. For the Dodgers, Mookie Betts and Max Muncy each hit solo home runs in the first inning. Tyler Glasnow took the loss for Los Angeles, pitching 4.0 innings and allowing four earned runs while striking out seven batters.
Season and playoff context
Following this game, the Los Angeles Dodgers hold a 90-58 record and maintain a magic number of 5 to clinch their division. The Miami Marlins, at 73-76, remain in third place in their division and face a wild-card elimination number of 6.