Josue De Paula makes MLB debut as Dodgers beat Marlins
MIAMI — Josue De Paula’s major league debut was never going to be judged by the box score alone.
On September 11, 2026, in Miami, Florida, the Los Angeles Dodgers hosted the Miami Marlins at LoanDepot Park. The Dodgers marked their 90th victory of the season, maintaining an 11-game lead over the San Diego Padres in the NL West. Rookie designated hitter Josue De Paula made his Major League Baseball debut that night. De Paula, 21, went 0-for-3 with a walk, but his approach demonstrated the skills that have earned him high praise.
Working deep counts, resisting pitches outside the zone, and displaying aggressive patience, De Paula exhibited the kind of maturity typically seen in veterans. The Dodgers' victory was anchored by a dominant performance from starting pitcher Blake Snell, who struck out eight over 5½ innings. Later in the game, Kyle Tucker delivered a crucial grand slam, extending the Dodgers' lead to 6-1.
Despite the modest numbers in his first major league at-bat, De Paula's effort and thoughtfulness marked a positive start to his professional career.
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