Cubs Defeat Marlins 6-3 for Seventh Win

The Chicago Cubs defeated the Miami Marlins 6-3 on Friday, propelled by Pete Crow-Armstrong's inside-the-park home run, which took a league-fastest 14.08 seconds. The Cubs scored three runs in the third inning, including a two-run homer by Ian Happ, while Isaac Paredes' double in the eighth broke a 3-3 tie. Marlins' relievers struggled again, allowing three runs late in the game, contributing to Miami's seventh loss in eight games. Marlins starter Max Meyer had a quality outing, allowing three earned runs over six innings, but the team's bullpen faltered with critical errors leading to runs. The Marlins now sit at an NL-worst record of 46-82 and are set for their 24th losing season in franchise history. Shortstop Xavier Edwards left the game due to lower back discomfort in the second inning.