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Marlins' Fourth-Inning Rally Outshines Rays at loanDepot Park

The Miami Marlins improved their record to 18-27 with a decisive 5-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays, who now stand at 21-25. The game, held at Miami's loanDepot Park, saw the Marlins capitalize on a pivotal fourth inning to secure their win.


May 18, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA;  Miami Marlins pitcher Cal Quantrill (47) pitches against the Tampa Bay Rays in the first inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

First Inning


The game began with both teams struggling to make an impact offensively. The Marlins managed two hits but failed to convert them into runs. Meanwhile, the Rays were also unable to score despite securing one hit in their opening inning.


Second Inning


In the second inning, both teams continued their defensive standoff. The Fish added another two hits but remained scoreless as they couldn't find a way past the Rayhawks' defense. Similarly, Tampa Bay was kept off the scoreboard with no hits recorded during this period.


May 18, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA;  Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Shane Baz (11) pitches in the first inning against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

Third Inning


The third inning saw some action from Tampa Bay as they scored their only run of the game following an error by Miami's defense and one hit that allowed them to briefly take a lead. However, this would be short-lived as it turned out to be their sole scoring opportunity throughout nine innings.


Fourth Inning


Miami's breakthrough came in an explosive fourth inning where they scored three runs off three hits without committing any errors themselves—a stark contrast compared against earlier innings when opportunities slipped away due largely due lackluster execution or strong opposition pitching performances from across field lines alike!


May 18, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA;  Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Taylor Walls (6) throws out Miami Marlins second baseman Otto Lopez (6) in the eighth inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

Fifth and Sixth Innings


While neither team managed much success during fifth frame (both going hitless), things picked up again for home side come sixth: adding another pair onto tally courtesy single additional base knock amidst otherwise quiet stretch overall—further solidifying advantage gained prior thanks largely aforementioned rally just moments before then too!


Seventh through Ninth Innings


As final stages unfolded within seventh through ninth frames respectively; neither squad could muster further offensive output despite best efforts put forth by each respective lineup involved therein—ultimately resulting end result favoring hosts who emerged victorious after all said done here today indeed!


Looking ahead: fans can catch next match-up between these clubs scheduled May 19th starting time set approximately around evening hours local time zone-wise specifically speaking thereabouts accordingly so tune-in via FDSFL network coverage available nationwide wherever applicable near you soon enough surely! Share this article if enjoyed reading about latest developments surrounding beloved hometown heroes known affectionately simply "Fish" among faithful followers everywhere alike!

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