John Rave’s First Two Career Home Runs Not Enough as Royals Fall to Marlins in 10 Innings, 8-7
MIAMI, FLORIDA, JUL 18 – Kyle Stowers set a Marlins record with three home runs in two games, including a walk-off homer, helping Miami build momentum after the All-Star Break, with the team holding seven walk-off wins this season.
- On Friday, July 18, 2025, Kyle Stowers hit a two-run walk-off homer, giving the Marlins an 8-7 victory over the Royals at LoanDepot Park.
- Following the All-Star Break, the Miami Marlins defy low expectations, while the Kansas City Royals pursue MVP hopes for Bobby Witt Jr., with the playoff push underway.
- In his two-game span, Kyle Stowers, Miami Marlins outfielder, hit his second career walk-off homer, tying a club record and extending his on-base streak to 10 plate appearances.
- Next, Michael Wacha will start for the Marlins, and Sandy Alcantara will start for the Royals, with this being the first season meeting between the clubs.
- Ahead of tonight’s 7:10 p.m. ET game, both teams need a jolt as this week is pivotal for playoff pushes and could influence trading block decisions.
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Kyle Stowers stays hot with 2 more homers, including walk-off in 10th
MIAMI — Kyle Stowers hit a two-run walk-off homer in the 10th inning and finished with three hits as the Miami Marlins defeated the Kansas City Royals, 8-7, on Friday night. Stowers had already tied a Marlins franchise record with his fourth home run in two games when he hit a three-run shot in the first inning. After Miami had built — then squandered — a 5-0 lead, the first-time All-Star followed with the biggest swing of the game against Carlo…
Kyle Stowers hits 2-run walk-off homer to give Marlins 8-7 win over Royals
MIAMI — Kyle Stowers hit a two-run walk-off homer and finished with three hits as the Miami Marlins defeated the Kansas City Royals 8-7 on Friday night. Stowers had already tied a Marlins franchise record with his fourth home run in two games when he hit a three-run shot in the first inning. After Miami had built — then squandered — a 5-0 lead, the first-time All-Star followed with the biggest swing of the game against Carlos Estévez (4-3) that …
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