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Marlins Overcome Mets in a Close Encounter at Roger Dean Stadium

The Miami Marlins and the New York Mets faced off in an exciting preseason game at Roger Dean Stadium, where the Marlins emerged victorious with a final score of 5-6. This win improved the Marlins' record to 7-12, while the Mets now stand at 9-12. Despite both teams showing strong performances, it was the Marlins who managed to clinch the win in a closely contested match.


Mar 17, 2025; Jupiter, Florida, USA;  New York Mets starting pitcher Paul Blackburn (58) pitches against the Miami Marlins during the first inning at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images

Key Highlights from the Game


The game saw its fair share of action with both teams putting up a strong fight. The Miami Marlins showcased their batting skills by accumulating eight hits throughout the game. A significant contribution came from Dane Myers, who hit a home run and drove in two runs, proving crucial for his team's success. On top of that, Jesus Hernandez and Fenwick Trimble each secured hits with Hernandez hitting impressively for extra bases.


On the pitching side, Jesse Bergin and Ryan Weathers both delivered stellar performances for the Marlins. Bergin maintained an ERA of 0.0 during his time on the mound, showcasing his ability to shut down opposing hitters effectively. Weathers complemented this effort by also keeping his ERA at 0.0 and demonstrating control over his pitches.


Mar 17, 2025; Jupiter, Florida, USA;  New York Mets starting pitcher Paul Blackburn (58) pitches against the Miami Marlins during the first inning at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images

Player Performances That Made a Difference


Derek Hill's performance stood out as he managed an average of .333 along with slugging .667 which contributed significantly to setting up scoring opportunities for his team. Additionally, Brian Navarreto’s perfect batting average (1.000) in his appearance added depth to Miami's offensive strategy.


Despite facing challenges from errors on both sides—with Miami committing two errors—the team showed resilience by capitalizing on their scoring chances especially during critical moments in later innings which ultimately led them towards victory.


Mar 17, 2025; Jupiter, Florida, USA;  New York Mets third baseman Mark Vientos (27) misplays a ball in foul territory against the Miami Marlins during the third inning at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images

Looking ahead, fans can catch more action as the Miami Marlins are set to face off against St Louis Cardinals at Roger Dean Stadium on March 18th at 1:05 PM EDT. The game promises more excitement and will be broadcasted on FDSMW network for those looking forward to witnessing another thrilling matchup live from Jupiter.


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