What happened: The Miami Marlins wished fans a happy Fourth of July on Saturday, pairing America's pastime with America's birthday as the United States celebrated its 250th Independence Day. The holiday message came with fireworks lighting up the sky for fans marking the occasion.

Why it matters: Independence Day is one of baseball's signature dates on the calendar, and clubs across MLB leaned into the milestone as the nation turned 250. The Marlins joined a league-wide wave of Fourth of July celebrations connecting the sport's traditions to the holiday.

What to watch: The Marlins return to regular-season action as the 2026 MLB schedule rolls through the holiday weekend.