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Edward Cabrera Edward Cabrera Labors through 4.1 innings Sat, Apr 27, 2024, 8:11 PM Cabrera (1-1) took the loss Saturday versus the Nationals, yielding six runs (five earned) on four hits and two walks over 4.1 innings. He struck out four. Analysis: Cabrera cruised through the first two frames, striking out three while allowing just one runner to reach base. It was a struggle after that, though, with the big blow coming in the fifth inning when Jesse Winker walloped a grand slam. Cabrera twirled a gem in his first start earlier this month, but his second outing wasn't great and this one was worse. Further inconsistency should be expected.
Jesus Sanchez Jesus Sanchez Resting versus lefty Sat, Apr 27, 2024, 1:09 PM Sanchez isn't in the Marlins' lineup for Saturday's game against Washington. Analysis: The lefty-hitting Sanchez will begin Saturday's game in the dugout with the left-handed Mitchell Parker set to start on the bump for the Nats. Avisail Garcia will cover right field instead while batting fifth.
Nick Gordon Nick Gordon Sitting against lefty Sat, Apr 27, 2024, 1:07 PM Gordon isn't in the Marlins' lineup for Saturday's game against the Nationals. Analysis: Gordon will retreat to the dugout as the Nationals prepare to send left-hander Mitchell Parker to the mound to start Saturday's contest. Gordon's absence will move Bryan De La Cruz into left field while Josh Bell serves as the DH and Emmanuel Rivera starts at first base.
Nick Fortes Nick Fortes Hits bench Saturday Sat, Apr 27, 2024, 1:03 PM Fortes isn't in the Marlins' lineup Saturday against the Nationals. Analysis: Fortes will take a seat Saturday after going 1-for-3 with an RBI during Friday's win in the series opener. Christian Bethancourt will instead get the nod behind the dish and bat ninth.
Kyle Tyler Kyle Tyler Designated for assignment Sat, Apr 27, 2024, 11:20 AM The Marlins designated Tyler for assignment Saturday. Analysis: A week after being selected from Triple-A Jacksonville, Tyler will now lose his spot on Miami's 40-man roster. He made one appearance during his brief time in the majors, allowing one earned run in two innings during Friday's loss to Washington. Kent Emanuel was selected from Jacksonville in a corresponding move.
Kent Emanuel Kent Emanuel Selected from Triple-A Sat, Apr 27, 2024, 11:16 AM The Marlins selected Emanuel's contract from Triple-A Jacksonville on Saturday. Analysis: Emanuel appeared in one game for the Marlins in early April, allowing four earned runs across three innings out of the bullpen. He's been much more successful since being sent down to the minors, and he'll now get another chance to stick around in Miami as a multi-inning reliever. Kyle Tyler was designated for assignment in a corresponding move.
Nick Gordon Nick Gordon Nabs first 2024 steal Sat, Apr 27, 2024, 9:16 AM Gordon went 1-for-3 with a stolen base in Friday's 3-1 loss to the Nationals. Analysis: The 28-year-old continues to hold down a strong-side platoon role in left field, but Gordon's done little to earn it. The steal was his first of the season, and through 61 plate appearances he's slashing just .211/.246/.404 with three homers, five runs and 12 RBI. The Marlins have the worst record in the NL at 6-21, and it may not be long before struggling veterans with limited upside like Gordon get shoved aside in favor of prospects like Victor Mesa.
Andrew Nardi Andrew Nardi Charged with third blown save Sat, Apr 27, 2024, 9:10 AM Nardi gave up a hit and a walk in a scoreless inning Friday while striking out one, but he was charged with his third blown save of the season after allowing an inherited runner to score. Analysis: Kyle Tyler began the sixth inning but got the hook after giving up a leadoff single to Jacob Young, and Nardi wasn't able to prevent Young from coming around to score and tie the game at 1-1. Nardi hasn't been tagged with a run of his own in six straight appearances, and while he's struck out 10 batters in 5.1 innings over that stretch, he's also issued three free passes and hit a batter with a pitch. He's whittled his ratios down to a 7.71 ERA and 1.89 WHIP in the process, but the 25-year-old southpaw is still struggling to regain the form he flashed in 2023.
Anthony Maldonado Anthony Maldonado Sharp in spot start Sat, Apr 27, 2024, 9:04 AM Maldonado came away with a no-decision in Friday's 3-1 loss to the Nationals, allowing three hits over three scoreless innings. He struck out two without walking a batter. Analysis: Promoted from Triple-A Jacksonville earlier in the day for his big-league debut, Maldonado was expected to work only as an opener while Kyle Tyler handled bulk relief duties. Instead, Maldonado gave Miami an efficient 36 pitches (23 strikes) and left the mound with his team ahead 1-0. The 26-year-old righty has been deployed almost exclusively as a reliever in the minors -- his two other starts as a professional came back in 2021 at Rookie ball -- but this performance might encourage the Marlins to give him another turn in the rotation and try stretching him out a bit more considering their lack of healthy alternatives.
A.J. Puk A.J. Puk Playing catch Fri, Apr 26, 2024, 3:55 PM Puk is playing catch and is no longer feeling fatigue in his left shoulder, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports. Analysis: Puk landed on the injured list last weekend, but it sounds like he could have a shot to return when his 15 days are up or close to it. He will shift back to a relief role when he does make it back and should eventually be in the mix for high-leverage work in what has been a very shaky Marlins bullpen.
Jake Burger Jake Burger Going through full workout Fri, Apr 26, 2024, 3:53 PM Burger (oblique) will go through a full on-field workout Friday, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports. Analysis: Burger is nearly two weeks removed from suffering a left intercostal strain and is finally ready to resume all baseball activities. It would appear a rehab assignment is just around the corner, with a return sometime in early- to mid-May if all goes well.
Anthony Maldonado Anthony Maldonado Recalled ahead of Friday's game Fri, Apr 26, 2024, 2:35 PM The Marlins recalled Maldonado from Triple-A Jacksonville on Friday. Analysis: Maldonado will make his major-league debut Friday as the opener against the Nationals. The 26-year-old has a 2.31 ERA, 0.77 WHIP and 10:4 K:BB over 11.2 innings with Jacksonville this season.
Jesus Luzardo Jesus Luzardo Moves to injured list Fri, Apr 26, 2024, 2:31 PM The Marlins placed Luzardo on the 15-day injured list Friday, retroactive to April 23, with left elbow tightness. Analysis: The left-hander was scratched from Friday's start against Washington due to the injury and will now be sidelined for at least the next couple weeks. According to Christina De Nicola of MLB.com, Luzardo first felt the elbow issue while playing catch Thursday and believes it shouldn't be a lengthy absence, though he's also awaiting test results that should provide more clarity on the injury.
Vidal Brujan Vidal Brujan Getting start at third base Fri, Apr 26, 2024, 2:06 PM Brujan will start at third base and bat eighth in Friday's game versus the Nationals. Analysis: The utility player is getting the call at the hot corner as Emmanuel Rivera receives a day off. Brujan has gone just 2-for-23 in his first 16 games as a Marlin.
Anthony Maldonado Anthony Maldonado Serving as opener Friday Fri, Apr 26, 2024, 9:37 AM Maldonado will be recalled from Triple-A Jacksonville to serve as the Marlins' opening pitcher for Friday's game against the Nationals. Analysis: Maldonado will be making his major-league debut after posting a 2.31 ERA, 0.77 WHIP and 10:4 K:BB over 11.2 innings with Jacksonville this season. Since Maldonado hasn't covered more than two innings in any of his eight appearances this season, he's unlikely to stay in the game long. Kyle Tyler could be a candidate for the bulk role behind Maldonado.
Jesus Luzardo Jesus Luzardo Scratched due to sore elbow Fri, Apr 26, 2024, 9:26 AM Luzardo has been scratched from Friday's scheduled outing against the Nationals due to left elbow soreness. Analysis: Luzardo felt soreness in his pitching elbow Thursday and is set to undergo further testing. It's yet another blow to a Marlins pitching staff that's sustained plenty of them early on this season. Anthony Maldonado will be called up from Triple-A Jacksonville to work as the opener Friday in a bullpen game for Miami. Luzardo has had an uneven 2024 season, collecting a 6.58 ERA, 1.42 WHIP and 27:13 K:BB over 26 innings covering his first five starts.
Huascar Brazoban Huascar Brazoban Activated from restricted list Fri, Apr 26, 2024, 9:14 AM The Marlins reinstated Brazoban (personal) from the restricted list Thursday. Analysis: Brazoban landed on the restricted list prior to Opening Day due to visa issues, which have evidently been resolved. Though he's now back on the Marlins' 40-man roster, it's unclear when the reliever might be ready to join the 26-man active roster. Since he missed all of spring training, Brazoban will presumably need to make several appearances in the minors before being an option for the big-league bullpen.
Jesus Sanchez Jesus Sanchez Launches solo homer Wed, Apr 24, 2024, 9:34 PM Sanchez went 1-for-3 with a solo home run during Wednesday's 4-3 loss to Atlanta. Analysis: Sanchez provided the Marlins only run until the ninth inning, tagging Reynaldo Lopez for a solo shot in the second frame. He's gone yard in two of his last three games -- his only two home runs in 2024 -- and is batting 6-for-16 (.375) in his last five appearances.
Sixto Sanchez Sixto Sanchez Struggles as opener Wed, Apr 24, 2024, 9:15 PM Sanchez didn't factor into the decision Wednesday against Atlanta, allowing three runs on five hits and a walk over 2.2 innings. He struck out three. Analysis: While the outing was Sanchez's first start since 2020, he operated in an opening capacity, being yanked after 59 pitches. He was shaky in the first inning, giving up a walk to Ronald Acuna and a single to Michael Harris to open up the game. With runners on first and third, Sanchez inexplicably tried a pick-off move to second base, allowing Acuna to score on a balk for the first score of a two-run inning. After giving up a run in each of his first four appearances this season, Sanchez looked to be turning the corner, posting three consecutive scoreless outings before Wednesday's poor start. In 10.0 innings, Sanchez owns a 7.20 ERA and a 6:4 K:BB.
A.J. Puk A.J. Puk Returning to bullpen once healthy Wed, Apr 24, 2024, 6:19 PM Manager Skip Schumaker said Wednesday that Puk (shoulder) will pitch out of the bullpen upon his return from the 15-day injured list, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports. Analysis: Miami's rotation recently got back Edward Cabrera and could soon add Braxton Garrett (shoulder), so Puk will shift back to a relief role once he's recovered from the shoulder fatigue. The left-hander went 0-4 with a 9.22 ERA and 12:17 K:BB over 13.2 frames in four starts, so the move isn't a major surprise. Puk primarily worked as the Marlins' closer last season and had 15 saves with a 3.97 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and 78:13 K:BB across 56.2 innings, but he'll likely need to be eased back into a high-leverage role after his disastrous run in the rotation.