The best part of the Miami Marlins three-game series sweep of the New York Mets is that their “ace” Caleb Smith was not part of the celebration. The lefty will start the series in Detroit at Comerica Park opposite Spencer Turnbull, a right-hander with a 2-3 record and a 2.40 ERA.
This could be one of those low-scoring affairs that will play into the Marlins hands once again. It could also be one of those contests where an extra bat in the lineup (using the designated hitter) could mean Miami must summon the support it received in the 8-6 win over the Mets on Friday night.