Heriberto Hernandez Hits Historic Walk-Off Grand Slam for Marlins
‘Amazing’: Walk-off grand slam a confidence booster for Marlins’ Heriberto Hernandez
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Heriberto Hernandez of the Miami Marlins hit a historic walk-off grand slam against the New York Mets, leading his team to a 4-0 victory. This achievement marks him as only the seventh player in MLB history to hit a walk-off grand slam to break a 0-0 tie, providing a significant confidence boost after a challenging start to the season.
- 01Hernandez's grand slam was a projected 416 feet to center field, sealing a 4-0 victory for the Marlins.
- 02He is only the seventh player in MLB history to hit a walk-off grand slam to break a 0-0 tie.
- 03Hernandez struggled early in the 2026 season, hitting just .159 in his first 22 games before being sent to Triple A Jacksonville.
- 04Since returning to the Marlins, he has improved his batting average to .333 over the last eight games.
- 05Marlins manager Clayton McCullough expressed pride in Hernandez's resilience and readiness to contribute despite limited starting opportunities.
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On Sunday, Heriberto Hernandez made history by hitting a walk-off grand slam for the Miami Marlins, leading to a 4-0 victory over the New York Mets at loanDepot park. This remarkable achievement places him among only seven players in Major League Baseball (MLB) history to hit a walk-off grand slam to break a 0-0 tie, a feat last accomplished in 2013. Hernandez's journey to this moment has been challenging; after a promising rookie season in 2025, he struggled significantly at the start of 2026, batting just .159 in his first 22 games. After a stint in Triple A Jacksonville to regain confidence, he returned to the Marlins and has since improved, hitting .333 in his last eight games. His grand slam came in a crucial moment, following a series of strategic plays by his teammates. Hernandez expressed his joy and relief, stating he didn't initially believe his hit would clear the fence. Marlins manager Clayton McCullough praised Hernandez's perseverance and readiness to contribute, highlighting his importance to the team.
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Hernandez's performance not only boosts his confidence but also uplifts the team's morale, potentially leading to improved performance in future games.
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