The Miami Marlins set a franchise record with 12 consecutive losses Sunday as they host the Philadelphia Phillies for a three-game series that ends a six-game homestand.
Monday's Opener: Phillips vs Wheeler
On Monday at 6:40 p. m.
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, Tyler Phillips (2-5, 3.52) starts for Miami against Zack Wheeler (10-2, 2.16).
Phillips allowed three runs on five hits and struck out two over 4.1 innings in his last start, carrying a 5.93 July ERA into the matchup.
Wheeler enters after allowing two runs on five hits over seven innings against the Dodgers.
Across his career versus the Marlins, he has a 2.59 ERA and a 14-4 record in 28 starts.
Otto Lopez has hit . 357 with a .
938 OPS against Wheeler through 14 at-bats, and Miami will look to end a recent slide against him.
The Marlins have not beaten the Phillies with Wheeler on the mound since June 27, 2024; he has won each of the four starts since that date.
Tuesday Matchup: Alcantara vs Nola
Tuesday at 6:40 p. m.
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, Sandy Alcantara (10-6, 4.01) faces Aaron Nola (3-8, 5.82).
Alcantara allowed five runs on nine hits over seven innings in his latest start in Houston, and he allowed five runs for the second time in the last calendar month.
Nola carries a 5.01 July ERA after allowing five runs on seven hits over 5.1 innings on July 22 against the Dodgers.
Against Miami since 2015, Nola is 6-12 with a 3.59 ERA.
Wednesday Finale: Luzardo Returns
On Wednesday at 12:10 p. m.
, former Marlin Jesus Luzardo (9-5, 3.31) starts for Philadelphia, with Miami's starter not announced.
Ryan Gusto (0-2, 4.50) is expected as the long man again following Max Meyer's recent injury.
Through two starts against Miami this season, Luzardo has allowed four runs on 13 hits over 13.1 innings.
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Esteury Ruiz has two homers and four RBI off Luzardo in six at-bats, and Wednesday marks the third time Miami has faced Luzardo this season.
