Angels Fall to Marlins in 3-0 Defeat

Angels Fall to Marlins in 3-0 Defeat

Anaheim, California – The Miami Marlins secured a convincing 3-0 victory against the Los Angeles Angels on May 25, 2025, at Angel Stadium. This win strengthens the Marlins’ performance as they claimed their fifth series victory of the season. With this win, the Marlins improved their record to 8-15 in away games.

The game started at 6:49 pm, with Marlins pitcher Edward Cabrera dominating on the mound and marking a season-high of 10 strikeouts over 5 2/3 innings. His solid performance included allowing only three hits and two walks, which earned Cabrera his first win of the season. He threw a total of 87 pitches, with 57 strikes and a maximum velocity of 97.5 mph.

Key Contributions in Scoring

The Marlins opened the scoring in the third inning when Javier Sanoja hit a sacrifice fly. This was followed by an RBI double from Jesus Sanchez later in the game, contributing significantly to the Marlins’ lead. Additionally, Connor Norby drove in another run, bringing in Otto Lopez, who had previously stolen second base. The Marlins scored in three consecutive innings, with Sanchez’s double rounding off their scoring efforts.

Angels Struggle at the Plate

The Angels’ offense was hampered by Cabrera’s aggressive pitching, leading to a total of 15 strikeouts among the Los Angeles hitters during the game. The only extra-base hit for the Angels came from Travis d’Arnaud, who recorded a double in the second inning. Angels pitcher Kyle Hendricks took the loss, allowing three runs on seven hits over six innings.

Closing and Manager Comments

No runs were surrendered after Cabrera’s departure as Ronny Henriquez closed the game for the Marlins, achieving his first career save. In post-game discussions, Angels manager Ron Washington acknowledged Cabrera’s effectiveness, indicating that his performance was a key factor in the game. Notably, during the sixth inning, Angels star Taylor Ward nearly hit a home run, but the ball was ultimately ruled foul.

Team Changes and Upcoming Games

Following the game, the Angels made a roster change, optioning right-hander Caden Dana to Triple-A and calling up lefty Jake Eder as a corresponding move. Dana had struggled in his recent appearances, pitching three innings with three earned runs and four walks. Eder, who has previous experience in the Marlins system, is expected to join the Angels as a long reliever in the bullpen.

Looking ahead, the Angels will begin a home series against the New York Yankees on Monday, with right-hander Jack Kochanowicz expected to take the mound. Meanwhile, the Marlins will face the San Diego Padres, starting the series with left-hander Ryan Weathers pitching.