Atlanta smashed Miami 7-1 behind three home runs from Olson, Ozuna and Harris II, while Joey Wentz rode a strong five-plus innings to his first win since joining the Braves. Jen Pawol drew praise as the first female regular-season umpire in a major league game in the series’ backdrop, and Atlanta’s lineup kept rolling after sweeping Saturday’s twin bill.

Jurickson Profar’s two hits helped push the Braves in the fifth, giving them a 2-1 lead that they never relinquished as Cal Quantrill exited early for Miami. Ozuna’s three-run shot and Harris II’s solo homer in the seventh padded the margin, while Quantrill went four innings with one run allowed. The Braves closed the series strong, heading to Monday off before facing the Mets with Strider on the hill against Holmes.

Fantasy takeaway: Atlanta’s power trio carried the night, Wentz stabilized the rotation with 5 1/3 solid frames, and Profar supplied a timely spark. Olson, Ozuna and Harris II are hot—and with Wentz steady and the Braves in a favorable schedule, rostering Braves bats and Wentz remains appealing for the short term. Miami’s lineup sputtered and will need Cease-fire relief from Quantrill in future starts to slow Atlanta’s momentum.

The Miami Marlins achieved a historic feat by winning all three of their opening matches via walk-offs, a first for any MLB team in over two decades. In their latest game against the Pittsburgh Pirates, the Marlins clinched victory in the ninth inning when Derek Hill scored on a wild pitch from David Bednar. Earlier, Griffin Conine tied the game with a home run, coinciding with his father's Hall of Fame induction.

This season's Marlins, currently 3-1, have shown a stark contrast to last year's performance where they started 0-9. Their resilience is evident, as they overcame deficits in all three walk-off wins, showcasing their determination and ability to perform under pressure.

Opening Day at loanDepot Park brings a mix of excitement and apprehension for the Miami Marlins and their fans. With Sandy Alcantara on the mound, there’s optimism, but the team's struggles and roster overhaul loom large. New manager Clayton McCullough faces the challenge of developing a young roster amidst financial constraints. The Marlins’ spending ranks at an MLB low of $47 million, far behind teams like the Los Angeles Dodgers, raising questions about their commitment to winning.

Alcantara, one of baseball's elite pitchers, is at the center of trade rumors as the franchise continues its rebuild. Questions about his future echo throughout the stadium: will this be his last start as a Marlin? Young players such as Kyle Stowers, Otto Lopez, and Derek Hill look to make their mark but face the burden of low expectations. As the season opens, the Marlins are in a waiting game, hoping to break free from years of disappointment and establish a new culture under McCullough.