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Following a 6-5 win in game one, the Miami Marlins will look to win the three game series with the Mets with a victory on Tuesday night. Nathan Eovaldi will oppose Bartolo Colon on the mound.
Pitching Matchup
| PROJ ERA | FIP | ERA | MARLINS | Mets | ERA | FIP | PROJ ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.78 | 3.42 | 4.29 | Eovaldi | Colon | 4.14 | 3.62 | 3.68 |
Nathan Eovladi has had an inconsistent year, and lasted just four innings and allowed four runs in his last start against Milwaukee. In his last start against the Mets, Eovaldi pitched seven innings and allowed just three runs.
Bartolo Colon is coming off of a three inning outing against the Nationals, during which he allowed six runs (five earned) while walking and striking out two.
Lineups
Marcell Ozuna remains in the cleanup spot for the Marlins, with Jarrod Saltalamacchia hitting sixth and Reed Johnson in right field. Garrett Jones returns to first base, with Adeiny Hechavarria getting a night off and Ed Lucas starting at shortstop.
Notes
-Can Miami take a series? The Marlins have had difficulty putting together wins of late.
-How will Eovaldi pitch? Eovaldi has had a shaky year and at times has struggled keeping the ball in the park.
Bold Prediction: Mets def. Marlins 4-1