Marlins Take The Series Against The Phillies 2-1
The Marlins showed their bench strength against the Phillies today with a 6-4 win with over 16000 in the stands. Wow, thats a surprise. Olivo didn’t start because of a jammed thumb. Willingham was scratched with a sore back. Whala Cody starts in right field, and Hanley left the game in the first inning with a tight hamstring. Ross started the day off with a double and a run scored to help come back from a 3-0 deficit in the second inning with 4 runs scored. Marlins went on to win the game with help from Traynor, Amezega, Ross, and Boone off the bench. Gardner was brought in the ninth inning after Julio loaded the bases and got out of the inning. Also kudos for Gregg, Messenger, and Owens for no run innings. Pinto struggled a bit. Marlins really giving some strength from the bench. Julio is still trying to find his confidence on the mound, which did not happen today. Enough said on Julio. I really hope he gets his act together. Ross ended up going 1-4 with a nice running catch in right field to save two runs from scoring. Marlins now 4-2 in the season tied with the Mets in second place. Imagine that. Braves are leading the National East with a 5-1 record.
