The Miami Marlins defeated the Chicago Cubs 3-2 on Thursday night at loanDepot park. Jean Segura hit a walkoff RBI single in the bottom of the ninth inning to lift the Marlins to victory.
The game was tied 2-2 after eight innings. The Marlins loaded the bases with one out in the bottom of the ninth inning against Cubs reliever Michael Rucker. Segura then hit a single to left field to score Garrett Hampson from third base and give the Marlins the win.
Segura finished the game with two hits, two RBIs, and a walk. Garrett Cooper also homered for the Marlins.
Marlins starter Jesus Luzardo allowed one run on four hits and struck out seven in six innings. Cubs starter Marcus Stroman allowed one run on four hits and struck out five in six innings.
Here are some additional details about the game:
- The Marlins had 10 hits in the game, while the Cubs had 11.
- The Marlins drew five walks in the game, while the Cubs drew four.
- The Marlins committed one error in the game, while the Cubs committed two.
- The Marlins won the game despite being outhit by the Cubs.
- The Marlins won the game despite striking out more times than the Cubs.
- The Marlins won the game because they were able to come up with the big hit in the clutch.
The Marlins’ victory was their second in a row. They will look to continue their winning streak when they face the Cubs again on Saturday afternoon.