Major League Baseball

Vandenhurk works 6 strong as Marlins edge Pads

Published Jul. 21, 2009 8:10 a.m. ET

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Rick VandenHurk is hoping he can stick in the majors this time.

VandenHurk pitched six strong innings to earn his first win in more than a year, leading the Florida Marlins to a 3-2 victory over the San Diego Padres on Monday night.

VandenHurk, making his first start since last July 27, allowed two runs and five hits, struck out four and walked two. He picked up his first victory since he pitched five innings in a 4-0 victory over Atlanta on June 22, 2008.