Particle.news
Download on the App Store
5 ARTICLES
·
yesterday

Kyle Tucker Nearly Hits for Cycle and Drives in Five as Dodgers Top Marlins

The breakout night gives Los Angeles a timely offensive lift as the club closes in on the NL West and faces lineup choices with Shohei Ohtani on the injured list.

Image
Sep 11, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers right fielder Kyle Tucker (23) celebrates with second baseman Miguel Rojas (72) and shortstop Mookie Betts (50) after the game against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
Sep 11, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers right fielder Kyle Tucker (23) rounds the bases after hitting a grand slam against the Miami Marlins during the seventh inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
Image

Overview

  • Tucker had a three-hit night that fell a double short of the cycle and included a grand slam, driving in five runs in the Dodgers’ 6-2 win over the Miami Marlins on Friday.
  • Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Tucker has injected energy into the lineup and appears to be rebuilding confidence after recent struggles.
  • Despite the big game, Tucker’s season-long numbers remain well below expectations for the four-year, $240 million signing, with coverage citing a roughly .230/.326/.375 slash line, 14 home runs and a 96 wRC+.
  • Shohei Ohtani’s placement on the injured list has reduced Los Angeles’s usual power production and opened playing time that Tucker is beginning to fill.
  • The win moved the Dodgers to 90-57, with outlets reporting a magic number of four for the NL West, and Tucker’s hot stretch could influence October roster spots and seeding if it continues.