Jun/070
Quick Hits: Marlins/Twins Game 3
Today marks the third of a nine-game, 10-day homestand against the Twins (1-1), Pirates (3g) and Braves (3g). The Fish went 3-3 on their last trip to Kansas City (1-2) and Chicago-AL (2-1). They went 2-4 on their last homestand against Tampa Bay (1-2) and Cleveland (1-2). After this homestand, the Fish will start a seven-day trip to San Diego (July 2-5) and Los Angeles-NL (July 6-8), then they will have a four-day All-Star Break from July 9-12.
GIVING THAT EXTRA EFFORT
Florida has recorded at least one extra-base hit in all but two games this season. They lead the NL with 262 extra-base hits, second in MLB behind the Tigers (291). Dan Uggla and Matt Holliday are tied for the NL lead with 44 XBH, tied with Curtis Granderson for third-most in MLB behind Magglio Ordonez (47) and Alex Rodriguez (45).
ARRRRRRR, ON DECK THE PIRATES
The Marlins and Pirates begin a three-game series Tuesday at Dolphin Stadium. The teams split a four-game set in Pittsburgh from May 14-17. The Fish are 56-67 (33-24 home) all-time against the Bucs, including 2-2 (0-0 home) this season. The Marlins have won their last 3g and are 13-5 the last 18x the teams have met in Miami.
Complete game notes for today’s game can be downloaded via MLB Press Pass.
With Johan Santana throwing today for the Twinkies, expect Mike Jacobs to get a rest and Aaron Boone to slide back into 1st. It will be interesting to see what other changes we have in today’s lineup with Johan going.
For commentary and live discussion on last nights game, stop by the FloridaMarlins recap.
First pitch of today’s rubber match is at 1:05 PM. BK looks to throw strike one to Luis Castillo.
As always GO FISH!!!
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