Liam Hicks Misses Giants Game for Marlins Due to Back Tightness

Liam Hicks, the Marlins’ leading slugger with a. 280 average and 12 runs in the first half of the season, reported back discomfort during a morning workout.

Team doctors advised him to sit out, and a bench player was called up to fill the vacancy. The loss weakens Miami’s offensive firepower against a strong Giants squad.

Manager Alex Cora said the club hopes Hicks recovers quickly and returns to the lineup for the next series.