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Marlins Swamped by Angels' Offensive Onslaught at loanDepot park

The Miami Marlins, with a record of 0-7, faced off against the Los Angeles Angels who came into the game with a 4-2 record. The final scoreline read 10-2 in favor of the visiting team.


Apr 3, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Mike Trout (27) draws a walk in the sixth inning against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-USA TODAY Sports

In an offensive showcase by the Los Angeles Angels, they amassed a total of 12 hits to secure their victory over the Miami Marlins. The Marlins struggled to find their rhythm at loanDepot park, managing only four hits throughout nine innings. The home team's efforts were further hampered by an error that contributed to their woes on defense.


The third inning briefly shone a light on the Marlins' potential when they rallied to put two runs on the scoreboard. However, this was overshadowed by consistent scoring from the Angels across multiple innings, including putting up three runs in both the first and seventh innings. Despite this effort from Miami's lineup that included two runs batted in (RBI) and two successful hits with runners in scoring position (RISP), it wasn't enough to counteract their opponents' tenacity at bat.


Apr 3, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Marlins relief  pitcher Kent Emanuel (74) pitches in the seventh inning against the Los Angeles Angels at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-USA TODAY Sports

Miami's pitching staff had a challenging day on the mound as well. The bullpen allowed six earned runs over five innings pitched (IP), resulting in an earned run average (ERA) of 10.8 for those frames. Overall, Marlins pitchers gave up ten earned runs and eight walks during nine IP while striking out seven batters—a performance that reflected in their combined ERA of 8.0 for this contest.


On defense, despite turning two double plays and accumulating eleven assists throughout nine innings played, one fielding error did mar an otherwise standard defensive outing for Miami.


Apr 3, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Marlins relief  pitcher Kent Emanuel (74) pitches in the seventh inning against the Los Angeles Angels at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-USA TODAY Sports

Looking ahead after this tough outing against Los Angeles Angels' powerful lineup led by Patrick Sandoval who secured his first win of the season—Miami fans can turn their attention toward future games where redemption is always possible within baseball's long season arc.


The next opportunity for such redemption will come soon as "the" Miami Marlins are scheduled to play away against "the" St Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium on April 4th at 8:15 PM Eastern Time Zone. Fans eager to follow along can tune into BSFL network for live coverage of what promises to be another exciting matchup as part of Major League Baseball's regular-season action.

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