NEW YORK, Sept. 1 (UPI) -- Paul Lo Duca put Florida in front with a two-run single in the sixth Wednesday night and the Marlins went on to down the New York Mets, 5-4.
Florida won its sixth in a row, thanks in part to a homer and two RBI from Mike Lowell.
Ismael Valdez gave up four runs on seven hits in five innings, but that was still enough for the 100th victory of his career. Valdez (12-7) became the second Mexican-born pitcher to win 100 games, joining Fernando Valenzuela.
Armando Benitez worked a perfect ninth for his 40th save. Since coming off the disabled list on Aug. 13, he has faced 30 batters without giving up a hit.
Wilson Delgado hit a three-run homer for the Mets, who have lost five in a row and 10 of 11.
Tom Glavine took the loss.
