On July 20, 2024, in Miami, Florida, New York Mets starting pitcher Luis Severino led the charge against the Miami Marlins with an impressive performance. Alongside three relievers, Severino contributed to a stellar four-hit shutout, resulting in a narrow 1-0 victory for the Mets.
Severino, boasting a record of 7-3, dominated on the mound for six innings, allowing only two hits while striking out seven batters and walking three. The trio of Jose Butto, Dedniel Nunez, and Edwin Diaz, who secured his 11th save of the season, closed out the game effectively.
Despite a commendable pitching effort by Roddery Munoz of the Marlins, who pitched five innings and surrendered only three hits and one run, the team fell further in the standings, now standing at 34-64, a staggering 30 games below a .500 record.
The lone run of the game came in the fourth inning when Pete Alonso’s double set the stage for Mark Vientos and DJ Stewart to load the bases. Francisco Alvarez’s ground ball to shortstop Xavier Edwards led to a crucial out at second base, allowing the Mets to secure the decisive run.
Notable offensive performances included Jose Iglesias of the Mets and Jesus Sanchez of the Marlins, each contributing two hits to their respective teams’ efforts. However, both teams struggled with situational hitting, going a combined 0-for-7 with runners in scoring position and leaving a total of 10 runners on base.
Throughout Severino’s strong outing, he effectively navigated through multiple tight spots. In the first inning, Miami threatened with two runners on base, but Severino managed to induce a groundout to escape unscathed. Additionally, a fielding error by Alonso in the fourth inning gave the Marlins an opportunity, but Severino’s clutch strikeout and defensive play limited the damage.
In the sixth inning, Severino once again showcased his poise under pressure by working around a hit batter and a walk to maintain the Mets’ lead. With a powerful 97 mph fastball, he sealed his outing by striking out Nick Gordon to end the inning on a high note.
Overall, the Mets’ pitching staff, led by Severino, delivered a masterful performance to secure a hard-fought victory over the Marlins. Despite the lack of offensive fireworks, the game was a testament to the importance of strong pitching and timely defensive plays in securing wins in Major League Baseball.