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Zack Wheeler walks into loanDepot Park carrying a 10-2 record and a 2.16 ERA, and the Miami Marlins are in the middle of the worst losing streak in franchise history. That combination makes this game worth watching for reasons that go well beyond the standings.

Philadelphia snapped a four-game skid with an 11-4 win over the New York Yankees, finishing a difficult homestand at 3-6 against the Mets, Dodgers, and Yankees. The Phillies are 4-6 over their last ten games, but their rotation has been a consistent anchor — the club is 43-16 when Wheeler, Cristopher Sánchez, or Jesús Luzardo takes the ball. Bryce Harper (.251, 21 HR, 61 RBI) and Kyle Schwarber (33 HR, 62 RBI) give Philadelphia a lineup capable of punishing any pitcher on any given night.

Miami has dropped 12 consecutive games — a franchise record — and has yet to win since the All-Star break. Otto Lopez (.328, 133 hits, 62 runs) has been one of the few consistent bright spots in the lineup, and Xavier Edwards (.289, 16 SB) gives the Marlins a legitimate on-base threat. Tyler Phillips (2-5, 3.52 ERA) takes the mound needing to be sharp against a Philadelphia offense that can erupt in a hurry.

Philadelphia Phillies at Miami Marlins Game Information

Game Date: July 27, 2026
Game Time: 06:40 PM ET
TV Channel: NBC Sports Philadelphia, Miami Marlins, and MLB.TV – Miami Marlins
Location: loanDepot park, Miami, FL
Live Stream: Fubo (free trial)

Game Preview

Philadelphia sits 5.5 games back in the division, and every game against a fellow NL East opponent carries weight. The Phillies cannot afford to let a winnable road series slip away, particularly after a homestand that left them treading water. For Miami, the math is straightforward: at 10.5 games back and mired in a 12-game skid, the Marlins need to find a way to win somewhere, and doing it at home against a division rival would carry real meaning for a club searching for any foothold.

Miami Marlins Team Statistics and Rankings

Win-Loss Record: 52-54
Home Record: 31-23
Away Record: 21-31
Division Record: 9-10
Streak: 12 Loss streak
Winning Percentage: .491

Philadelphia Phillies Team Statistics and Rankings

Win-Loss Record: 57-49
Home Record: 28-27
Away Record: 29-22
Division Record: 10-13
Streak: 1 Win streak
Winning Percentage: .538

Stat Leaders

Miami Marlins (52-54, #4 in division)

Batting Average Leader: Otto Lopez, 0.328
RBI Leader: Liam Hicks, 60 RBI
Home Run Leader: Liam Hicks, 14 HR
Runs Leader: Otto Lopez, 62 Runs
Hits Leader: Otto Lopez, 133 Hits
Stolen Bases Leader: Esteury Ruiz, 24 SB
ERA Leader: Josh Ekness, 1.69 ERA
Strikeout Leader: Max Meyer, 121 K
Wins Leader: Sandy Alcantara, 10 W
Saves Leader: Pete Fairbanks, 13 SV

Philadelphia Phillies (57-49, #2 in division)

Batting Average Leader: Bryan De La Cruz, 0.714
RBI Leader: Kyle Schwarber, 62 RBI
Home Run Leader: Kyle Schwarber, 33 HR
Runs Leader: Trea Turner, 72 Runs
Hits Leader: Brandon Marsh, 106 Hits
Stolen Bases Leader: Trea Turner, 17 SB
ERA Leader: Jhoan Duran, 1.29 ERA
Strikeout Leader: Cristopher Sánchez, 157 K
Wins Leader: Cristopher Sánchez, 13 W
Saves Leader: Jhoan Duran, 24 SV

What to Watch For

Wheeler is the obvious focal point. His 2.16 ERA ranks among the best in the National League, and his 10-2 record reflects how consistently he has kept Philadelphia in games. The Phillies’ rotation-dependent success — 43-16 in Wheeler, Sánchez, and Luzardo starts — underscores just how much this game hinges on whether he can continue that form against a Marlins lineup that, despite its recent struggles, has real pieces.

On the Miami side, Otto Lopez (.328) has been producing at a level that demands attention. His 133 hits and 62 runs scored represent genuine offensive output, and he gives the Marlins a legitimate threat at the top of the order against even elite pitching. Xavier Edwards (.289, 6 HR, 37 RBI, 16 SB) adds another dimension — a player who can hurt opponents with both contact and speed.

Phillips (2-5, 3.52 ERA) faces a stiff test against a Philadelphia lineup featuring Harper, Schwarber, and Trea Turner (72 runs, 17 SB). The Marlins are also without Max Meyer (neck) and Josh Ekness (calf), both on the injured list, which thins a pitching staff that can ill afford further strain. Liam Hicks (14 HR, 60 RBI) gives Miami a power threat capable of changing a game with one swing.

Miami Marlins Injury Report

Owen Caissie – Calf (D10) – The Miami Marlins placed OF Owen Caissie on the 10-day injured list with right calf strain.
William Kempner – Elbow (D15) – The Miami Marlins placed RHP William Kempner on the 15-day injured list with right elbow sprain.
Anthony Bender – Shin (D15) – The Miami Marlins placed RHP Anthony Bender on the 15-day injured list with a right shin stress reaction.
Adam Mazur – Elbow (D60) – The Miami Marlins placed RHP Adam Mazur on the 60-day injured list with right elbow surgery.
Ronny Henriquez – Elbow (D60) – The Miami Marlins placed RHP Ronny Henriquez on the 60-day injured list with right elbow UCL surgery.
Max Meyer – Neck (D15) – The Miami Marlins placed RHP Max Meyer on the 15-day injured list.
Andrew Nardi – Ribs (D60) – The Miami Marlins transferred LHP Andrew Nardi from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list due to a stress reaction in his left ribcage.
Josh Ekness – Calf (D60) – The Miami Marlins transferred RHP Josh Ekness to the 60-day injured list with a right calf strain.
Robby Snelling – Elbow (D60) – The Miami Marlins transferred LHP Robby Snelling from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list with a left UCL sprain.

Philadelphia Phillies Injury Report

Lou Trivino III – Back (D15) – The Philadelphia Phillies placed RHP Lou Trivino on the 15-day injured list with a right thoracic muscle spasm.
Brad Keller – Elbow (D60) – The Philadelphia Phillies transferred RHP Brad Keller to the 60-day injured list with a right elbow UCL tear.
Garrett Stubbs – Wrist (D10) – The Philadelphia Phillies placed C Garrett Stubbs on the 15-day injured list due to left wrist inflammation.
Johan Rojas – Elbow (D60) – The Philadelphia Phillies placed OF Johan Rojas on the 60-day injured list with a right elbow UCL repair.
Rafael Marchán – Knee (D10) – The Philadelphia Phillies placed C Rafael Marchán on the 10-day injured list with patellar tendinitis in his left knee.
Adolis García – Lat (D60) – The Philadelphia Phillies placed OF Adolis García on the 60-day injured list with a right latissimus dorsi tear.
Tanner Banks – Forearm (D60) – The Philadelphia Phillies transferred LHP Tanner Banks to the 60-day injured list with a left forearm strain.

Miami Marlins Upcoming 2026 Schedule

July 27, 2026 vs Philadelphia Phillies
July 28, 2026 vs Philadelphia Phillies
July 29, 2026 vs Philadelphia Phillies
July 30, 2026 at New York Mets
July 31, 2026 at New York Mets
August 01, 2026 at New York Mets
August 02, 2026 at New York Mets
August 04, 2026 at Atlanta Braves
August 05, 2026 at Atlanta Braves
August 06, 2026 at Atlanta Braves

Philadelphia Phillies Upcoming 2026 Schedule

July 27, 2026 at Miami Marlins
July 28, 2026 at Miami Marlins
July 29, 2026 at Miami Marlins
July 31, 2026 at Baltimore Orioles
August 01, 2026 at Baltimore Orioles
August 02, 2026 at Baltimore Orioles
August 03, 2026 vs Washington Nationals
August 04, 2026 vs Washington Nationals
August 05, 2026 vs Washington Nationals
August 06, 2026 vs Washington Nationals

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