MIAMI, Aug. 23 (UPI) -- Yonder Alonso delivered a tie-breaking two-run double in the ninth inning Tuesday, rallying the Cincinnati Reds to an 8-6 decision over Florida.
Trailing 6-4 heading into their last at-bat, the Reds erupted for four runs off Marlins closer Leo Nunez (1-4) in the first contest of a four-game series.
Rookie Dave Sappelt (3-for-5) smacked a two-run double with one out in the ninth to drive in his first career RBI and tie the score.
Jay Bruce was intentionally walked and after Miguel Cairo fanned, Alonso (3-for-4, four RBI) provided a two-run double for the go-ahead runs.
Aroldis Chapman (3-1) earned the victory after getting the last out in the bottom of the eighth and Francisco Cordero collected his 27th save for the Reds.
Emilio Bonifacio hit a two-run homer and a sacrifice fly for the Marlins.
