Jesus Sanchez walk-off single lifts Marlins over Dodgers in 10th inning

Sanchez’s clutch hit caps extra-inning thriller as Miami edges Dodgers 5-4 at home.

Jesús Sánchez (7) of the Miami Marlins hits a walk-off single in the tenth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at loanDepot Park in Miami, Florida, on May 6, 2025. Photo by Jim Rassol/Imagn Images

By Anna Fadiah and Hayu Andini

The Miami Marlins walked off the Los Angeles Dodgers in thrilling fashion on Tuesday night, thanks to a clutch Jesus Sanchez walk-off single in the bottom of the 10th inning. With the score tied 4-4 and tensions high, Sanchez drilled a 1-0 changeup past a drawn-in infield, sealing a 5-4 win for the Marlins in front of their home crowd.

Sanchez’s decisive moment came after Xavier Edwards was placed on second base to begin the 10th under MLB's extra-innings rule. The Dodgers opted to intentionally walk Kyle Stowers, and Augustin Ramirez responded with a single off Los Angeles reliever J.P. Feyereisen (0-2), setting the stage for Sanchez’s game-winning hit.

Jesus Tinoco (2-0) earned the win after delivering two critical scoreless innings in relief, holding the powerful Dodgers offense at bay long enough for Miami’s bats to deliver.

Dodgers lean on Ohtani, Freeman power

Despite the loss, Los Angeles received major contributions from its star duo of Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman, both of whom homered and tallied two RBIs apiece. The Dodgers opened the scoring early, with Andy Pages doubling in the first and crossing the plate on Freeman’s line drive to right.

Freeman and Ohtani struck again in the sixth, reclaiming the lead for Los Angeles. Ohtani crushed a first-pitch slider from reliever Anthony Veneziano to right-center for a solo homer, followed immediately by Freeman's blast on a 1-1 slider, giving the Dodgers a brief 3-2 edge.

In the seventh, Ohtani doubled again—this time a 111 mph rocket into the gap—tying the game at 4-4 after Miami had briefly taken the lead. But the Dodgers’ offense stalled from there, unable to capitalize on late opportunities.

Miami finds balance on offense and defense

The Jesus Sanchez walk-off single was the exclamation point on a night where Miami showed fight and resilience. Liam Hicks played a pivotal role, blasting a two-run homer in the fifth inning on the first pitch he saw. That homer gave the Marlins a 2-1 lead, but Hicks had already made his mark two innings earlier with a near miss—Andy Pages robbed him of a potential home run with a sensational catch over the right-field fence, doubling up Dane Myers at first.

Miami’s ability to answer every Dodgers punch was key. After falling behind 3-2 in the sixth, the Marlins responded quickly. Ramirez led off the bottom of the inning with a double, and Connor Norby drove him home with a two-bagger of his own that deflected off left fielder Michael Conforto’s glove. Myers followed with a timely single, putting Miami back in front 4-3.

Pitching performances set the tone

Neither starting pitcher factored into the decision, but both turned in respectable efforts. Cal Quantrill allowed just one run over five innings for Miami, keeping the Dodgers in check through the early frames. On the other side, Tony Gonsolin gave up two runs across five innings for Los Angeles.

Relievers on both sides had mixed results. While Tinoco was dominant late, Feyereisen struggled in the 10th under the pressure of a high-leverage situation. For the Dodgers, it was a rare breakdown in the bullpen after holding the Marlins scoreless for three innings prior.

Missed chances and defensive highlights

Los Angeles had its share of opportunities. In the top of the 10th, Will Smith grounded into an inning-ending double play with a 101 mph shot—an unfortunate result for a ball well-struck. The Dodgers also loaded the bases in the eighth with a pair of singles and a walk, but Myers’ 105 mph smash was turned into a double play by Max Muncy to end the threat.

Defensively, both teams made plays that kept the game tight. The Pages home-run robbery was one of the game’s standout moments, while the Dodgers’ infield turned multiple double plays to neutralize Miami rallies.

Marlins show signs of momentum

The Jesus Sanchez walk-off single not only gave the Marlins a memorable win but also served as a possible momentum shift in what has been a turbulent season. With contributions from young hitters like Hicks, Ramirez, Norby, and veterans like Sanchez, Miami showed a balance that has been elusive in past games.

Managerial decisions also played a key role. The intentional walk of Stowers in the 10th, while understandable given the matchup, backfired after Ramirez’s single moved the winning run to third. That set the table for Sanchez to do what he does best—deliver in the clutch.

What’s next for both teams?

The Dodgers will look to bounce back quickly as the series continues. Their high-powered lineup remains dangerous, but Tuesday’s loss underscores how even the most potent offense can be stymied by timely pitching and opportunistic hitting.

For Miami, this win might not change their standing overnight, but it’s a reminder that they can compete with the league’s best when they execute. If the Marlins can build on this dramatic finish, they might yet make noise in the National League.

As for Jesus Sanchez, his name will be remembered for a long time in Miami for this thrilling walk-off performance. The Marlins’ faithful will hope it’s just one of many moments to come.