Max Meyer pitched a standout game, outdueling Cy Young winner Paul Skenes in a 4-2 victory against the Pirates. This win marked Meyer's 15th consecutive start without a loss, lowering his ERA to 2.75. He struck out nine and allowed only one run in six innings, solidifying his position as a breakout star for the Marlins and enhancing his All-Star candidacy.

By the Numbers
  • Meyer improved to 6-0 in 15 starts this season.
  • He has a season ERA of 2.75 with 95-plus strikeouts, joining a select group of pitchers.
  • Skenes recorded 10 strikeouts but allowed 2 earned runs on 4 hits over 6 innings.
State of Play
  • Both the Marlins and Pirates are tied with a 36-36 record, placing them fourth in their respective divisions.
  • Both teams are only 1.5 games behind the NL wild card, keeping them in early playoff contention.
What's Next

Meyer aims to maintain his strong performance as he becomes a candidate for the All-Star game. The Marlins will look to leverage his momentum to improve their playoff positioning in the coming weeks.

Bottom Line

Meyer is proving to be a pivotal player for the Marlins this season, and if he continues his performance, he could secure both an All-Star spot and a substantial pay raise next offseason.