AUGUST 6, 2021 • NEWSDAY.COM
MIAMI MARLINS 62-100 · 5TH IN NL EAST
62-100 · 5TH IN NL EAST
Lennon: Reeling Mets hardly looking like a first-place team Guess it’s too late for the Mets to be sellers, huh? Too bad, because that’s exactly what this spiraling team looks like, a week removed fro...
Alfaro's hit lifts Marlins past Mets; Báez Ks 5 times Jorge Alfaro hit a tiebreaking RBI single in the eighth inning and the Miami Marlins beat the New York Mets 4-2 on Thursday, taking three of...
AUGUST 5, 2021 • KANSASCITY.COM
Alfaro's hit lifts Marlins past Mets; Báez Ks 5 times MIAMI -- Jorge Alfaro hit a tiebreaking RBI single in the eighth inning and the Miami Marlins beat the New York Mets 4-2 on Thursday, taking...
AUGUST 5, 2021 • DAILYHERALD.COM
Anthony Bender - Picks up second save Bender earned the save Thursday after holding the Mets to one run (unearned) on one hit and a walk while striking out one batter over one inning.
Impact Bender was called upon to protect a three-run game in the ninth and worked around an error, a walk and pair of infield singles to hold onto the win for Miami. The 26-year-old has put together a solid season thus far with a 2.06 ERA and 0.92 WHIP across 39.1 innings and is expected to earn more save opportunities following Yimi Garcia's trade to the Astros.
AUGUST 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Braxton Garrett - Fans six in no-decision Garrett blanked the Mets over five innings during Thursday's win, allowing five hits and four walks while striking out six. He did not factor into the decision.
Impact The 24-year-old, who was recalled from Triple-A Jacksonville ahead of Thursday's start, showed strong command this time around as he stranded each of his runners. Garrett's velocity wasn't at its strongest, with his fastball averaging 89 mph. In his five major league call-ups this season, the southpaw has given up 11 runs over 27.2 innings. Thanks to his successful outing, Garrett should have a chance to remain in the rotation with Trevor Rogers (personal), Pablo Lopez (shoulder) and Cody Poteet (knee) all on the shelf.
AUGUST 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Alfaro gets big hit as Marlins beat Mets 4-2, win series
Jorge Alfaro hit a tiebreaking RBI single in the eighth inning and the Miami Marlins beat the New York Mets 4-2, taking three of four from the sagging NL East leadersAUGUST 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Mets lose to last-place Marlins to set up showdown with Phillies MIAMI — A mess of a series ended with a mess of a game for the Mets, who lost, 4-2, to the Marlins on Thursday. Three losses in four games a...
AUGUST 5, 2021 • NEWSDAY.COM
National League Rookie of the Year Odds Favor LHP Trevor Rogers at FanDuel Sportsbook While the American League Rookie of the Year odds are tight with four contenders, the National League Rookie of the Year race is being decid...
AUGUST 5, 2021 • FANDUEL.COM
This Date in Baseball-Week Ahead
This Date in Baseball for August 6-12AUGUST 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jesús Aguilar - Takes seat Thursday Aguilar isn't in the lineup Thursday against the Mets, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports.
Impact Aguilar has been effective at the plate recently, as he's gone 3-for-7 with a home run, two doubles and two runs across his last two appearances. He'll get a breather while Joe Panik starts at first base and bats sixth.
AUGUST 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Braxton Garrett - Recalled prior to start Garrett was recalled from Triple-A Jacksonville ahead of Thursday's start against the Mets, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports.
Impact Garrett allowed two runs on four hits and a walk while striking out 10 in seven innings during his most recent major-league start July 24, but he was still sent down following the outing. If he performs well Thursday, the southpaw should have the chance to remain in the rotation since Trevor Rogers (personal), Pablo Lopez (shoulder) and Cody Poteet (knee) are all sidelined.
AUGUST 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Austin Pruitt - DFA'd Thursday Pruitt was designated for assignment Thursday, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports.
Impact The righty has appeared in one game for Miami since being dealt at the deadline, pitching a scoreless inning Friday against the the Yankees. It's unclear whether Pruitt's demotion is a long-term move, or if he's just temporarily off the 26-man roster to make room for Thursday's starter Braxton Garrett.
AUGUST 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Preston Guilmet - Sent to Triple-A The Marlins outrighted Guilmet to Triple-A Jacksonville on Wednesday.
Impact For the third time this season, Guilmet went unclaimed off waivers after the Marlins designated him for assignment. He'll remain on hand with the organization at Triple-A and could be a candidate for a promotion if injuries strike the big-league bullpen over the final two months of the season.
AUGUST 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Braxton Garrett - Start on tap Thursday The Marlins will call up Garrett from Triple-A Jacksonville to start Thursday's game against the Mets, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports.
Impact Expect Miami to make the transaction official shortly before Thursday's 12:10 p.m. ET first pitch. Despite the Marlins rotation having been ravaged by injuries in recent weeks, Garrett was demoted to Triple-A following an outstanding start July 24, during which he limited the Padres to two runs on four hits and a walk while striking out a career-high 10 batters over seven frames. If he can quiet the Mets bats Thursday, Garrett could have a longer leash in the rotation with Trevor Rogers on the Family Medical Emergency list and with Pablo Lopez (shoulder), Cody Poteet (knee) and Elieser Hernandez (quadriceps) on the injured list.
AUGUST 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Javy Báez: 'I'm not this type of guy bringing trouble to the field' Earlier this week, the Mets' Javy Báez had to be restrained during an exchange with Miami Marlins pitcher Richard Bleier.
AUGUST 5, 2021 • CINCINNATI.COM
New York to visit Miami Thursday
The Mets will start Rich Hill on Thursday while the Marlins have yet to decide who will take the moundAUGUST 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jesús Aguilar - Slugs 19th homer Aguilar went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and a double Wednesday against the Mets.
Impact Aguilar knotted the game at three with a leadoff home run in the sixth inning. It was his 19th homer of the season, and he also tallied his 19th double in the contest. Though he has only two home runs in his last 14 starts, Aguilar has managed four doubles, eight RBI and six runs scored in that span. Overall, Aguilar has maintained a .266/.330/.476 line across 408 plate appearances on the campaign.
AUGUST 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Zach Thompson - Limited to four innings Thompson allowed three runs (two earned) on three hits and two walks while striking out two across four innings Wednesday against the Mets. He did not factor into the decision.
Impact All three runs against Thompson came in the second inning, when he allowed a double, a single and a walk before recording an out. Though he avoided further damage, Thompson labored throughout the start, requiring 77 pitches to get only 12 outs. Through nine starts, Thompson has failed to complete at least five innings on four occasions. Overall, he has a 2.53 ERA with a 43:16 K:BB across 42.2 frames.
AUGUST 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Báez's late homer, slick slide lead Mets past Marlins 5-3
Javier Báez hit a tiebreaking homer in the eighth inning after scoring on a nifty slide in the second, and the New York Mets snapped a three-game losing streak with a 5-3 victory o...AUGUST 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
As Bryan De La Cruz starts to 'settle in,' Marlins get a glimpse of what he brings to team Bryan De La Cruz has had all of five games at the MLB level so far in his young career, but the Miami Marlins’ outfielder has already notice...
AUGUST 4, 2021 • MIAMIHERALD.COM
Magneuris Sierra - Sitting again Wednesday Sierra is out of the lineup Wednesday against the Mets, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports.
Impact Sierra has a .483 OPS in 16 games sine the All-Star break and finds himself on the bench for the second straight game. Lewis Brinson will receive another start in center field in his place.
AUGUST 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Deven Marrero - DFA'd Wednesday The Marlins designated Marrero for assignment Wednesday, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports.
Impact The 30-year-old was added to the roster Tuesday for infield depth, but he's no longer needed now that Jazz Chisholm (COVID-19) is healthy and active. It remains to be seen whether Marrero will draw any interest on waivers or if he'll rejoin Triple-A Jacksonville.
AUGUST 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Nick Neidert - Returns to minors Neidert was optioned to Triple-A Jacksonville on Wednesday, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports.
Impact The righty earned a win in Tuesday's 5.2-inning effort, allowing three runs while walking four and striking out five. It's unclear if Neidert's demotion is a long-term move, or if he'll be back with the Marlins once he's ready to pitch again.
AUGUST 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Miguel Rojas - Not starting Wednesday Rojas is out of the lineup Wednesday against the Mets, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports.
Impact Rojas started the past seven games and will head to the bench after going 7-for-30 in that stretch. Jazz Chisholm (COVID-19 protocols) was activated from the injured list and will start at shortstop, while Isan Diaz works at the keystone.
AUGUST 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Paul Campbell - Returns from suspension Campbell (suspension) was reinstated from the restricted list Wednesday, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports.
Impact Campbell appeared in five games earlier this season, posting a 8.74 ERA and 13:6 K:BB in 11.1 innings. He was stretched out to about four innings during his rehab assignment, so he can be a long relief or spot starter option for the Marlins going forward.
AUGUST 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
