Though not traditional rivals, the Toronto Blue Jays and Miami Marlins meet regularly in interleague play in Major League Baseball (MLB). These games often feature strong pitching, clutch hitting, and — at times — dramatic finishes. Below is a timeline of notable meetings from recent seasons.
September 27 & 28, 2024 — Marlins Sweep in Toronto
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September 27, 2024: The Marlins delivered a dominant performance, defeating the Blue Jays 15–5 at Rogers Centre in Toronto. Miami’s offense was explosive, highlighted by two home runs from Jonah Bride and a remarkable three‑triple game by Xavier Edwards — a rare feat in MLB.
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September 28, 2024: The following day’s game saw the Marlins continue their success, beating the Blue Jays again (8–1), pushing their dominance in this late‑season series.
Series Result (2024): Miami won the season series in Toronto, sweeping the head‑to‑head weekend matchup.
August 22 – 24, 2025 — Blue Jays Retaliate in Miami
This 2025 interleague series was closely contested and featured several memorable moments:
August 22, 2025 — Bieber’s Return
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In a standout outing, Shane Bieber made his Blue Jays debut after a 507‑day absence due to surgery. He struck out nine batters over six innings, helping Toronto to a 5–2 win at loanDepot park in Miami.
August 23, 2025 — Extra‑Inning Thriller
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The next day brought even more drama: Toronto edged Miami 7–6 in 12 innings. Bo Bichette was the hero with a game‑winning RBI single and four hits, while George Springer contributed a solo homer.
August 24, 2025 — Marlins Strike Back
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Miami responded on August 24 with a 5–3 victory, paced by a bases‑loaded triple from Jakob Marsee and strong pitching from Eury Pérez.
Series Result (2025): Over the three games in Miami, the Blue Jays took 2 wins (Aug 22 & 23), while the Marlins finished with 1 (Aug 24).
Head‑to‑Head Context
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Through multiple seasons, the Blue Jays and Marlins have shared a fairly balanced rivalry: Toronto holds an overall record roughly 21–26 against Miami in their meetings.
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They have never met in the postseason, so all matchups are regular‑season games.
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The longest Blue Jays winning streak against the Marlins was five games from late 2020 into mid‑2021.
Why These Matchups Matter
While not a marquee rivalry, Blue Jays vs. Marlins games can be unpredictable — with big offensive nights, extra‑innings tension, and standout pitching performances. For fans of either club, these series provide:
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Opportunity for interleague bragging rights
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Player milestones and comebacks (e.g., Bieber’s return)
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Season momentum shifts in mid‑August and late September
Conclusion
The Toronto Blue Jays and Miami Marlins have fought through competitive and fun matchups over recent seasons. From Marlins’ offensive explosions in 2024 to the tight 2025 interleague battle, their meetings showcase the diversity and unpredictability of MLB competition. Whether it’s tight extra innings or dominant pitching performances, this cross‑league matchup has delivered moments worth remembering.
