Mets Overpower Marlins 7-3 in Spring Training Victory

On March 8, 2025, the New York Mets secured a convincing 7-3 win over the Miami Marlins in a spring training game at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium in Jupiter, Florida. The Mets’ offense came alive early and stayed consistent, pounding out 10 hits and drawing seven walks to fuel their scoring. Juan Soto led the charge, going 3-for-3 with an RBI double in the first inning that set the tone, raising his spring training average to .400. Joey Meneses added a solo home run, while Brett Baty delivered a two-run double, contributing to New York’s dominance as they built a 7-0 lead by the sixth inning.
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David Peterson earned the win for the Mets, pitching four scoreless innings, allowing just one hit, walking two, and striking out two in a 47-pitch outing that showcased his command. The Marlins struggled to respond, with their offense quiet until late, managing only three runs against New York’s pitching staff. Miami’s Max Meyer tossed three strong innings, but the damage was done early, and relievers like Donovan Walton couldn’t stem the tide. The Mets’ victory improved their spring record to 5-8-2, while the Marlins fell to 3-8, highlighting New York’s offensive depth and pitching resilience in this Grapefruit League matchup.