Marlins beat the Braves 6-2 on June 21, 2025, as rookie Agustín Ramírez's 4-RBI night and Janson Junk's stellar start showcase a bright future in Miami.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
In a season defined by rebuilding and searching for silver linings, Saturday night at loanDepot park felt like a glimpse into a much brighter future. The Miami Marlins didn't just beat the Atlanta Braves; they did it on the backs of their emerging young talent, securing a decisive 6-2 victory powered by a mammoth home run from a rookie phenom and a stellar starting debut from an unlikely arm.
Agustín Ramírez didn't just hit a home run; he launched a 436-foot statement, his team-leading 11th of the year.
The main event of the evening was undoubtedly the Agustín Ramírez show. The rookie catcher continues to be the brightest spot in the Marlins' lineup, and he put an exclamation point on his breakout campaign in the third inning. Facing the Braves' own debuting youngster, Didier Fuentes, Ramírez unloaded on a pitch and sent it a staggering 436 feet for a three-run homer. The blast gave the Marlins a lead they would never relinquish. He wasn't done, either, driving in another run in the seventh to finish the night with four RBIs. With 11 homers, Ramírez now leads the team, providing legitimate, middle-of-the-order power the club has desperately needed.
While Ramírez provided the thunder, Janson Junk delivered the quiet confidence on the mound. Making his first start as a Marlin after being used in relief, Junk was masterful. Over five strong innings, he held the potent Braves lineup to just one run on five hits, striking out five without issuing a single walk. It was a display of poise and control that helped stabilize the game and save the bullpen. For a rotation that has been in flux, Junk's performance was a revelation and a strong argument for him to stay in that starting role.
Not to be outdone, Dane Myers provided the defensive highlight of the season. In his first game back from an oblique strain, the center fielder made his presence felt immediately. When Marcell Ozuna launched a deep drive to center, it looked like a sure home run. But Myers tracked it perfectly, leaped high above the wall, and brought the 406-foot shot back into the park, turning a homer into a double and saving a run. It was a spectacular, game-altering play that electrified the crowd and underscored the energy the team's athletic outfielders bring every day.
The youth movement was on full display throughout the roster. Reliever Robinson Piña made his MLB debut in the eighth inning; while he surrendered a solo shot to Austin Riley, getting that first appearance under his belt is a key milestone. The team also welcomed back outfielder Derek Hill from the injured list. The win serves as a perfect example of the organization's new direction, which is further bolstered by a farm system seeing strong performances from players like Troy Johnston in Triple-A and Jacob Miller in Double-A. The pieces are starting to come together, both in the majors and the minors.
While one win doesn't erase a 29-44 record, this wasn't just any win. It was a showcase. From Ramírez's bat to Junk's arm to Myers' glove, the game was a testament to the young, exciting core the Marlins are building. It’s these flashes of brilliance that give fans a reason to watch every night and believe in the process. As the team looks to build on this momentum, Saturday's performance serves as a powerful reminder that the future in Miami is arriving, one rookie sensation at a time.
