Miami Marlins morning news: Giancarlo Stanton becomes franchise home run leader

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Giancarlo Stanton has a lot of power. That is no secret. Stanton hit his 155th career home run on Thursday night, which makes him the franchise home run leader, according to MLB.com's Joe Frisaro.

Giancarlo Stanton now stands alone among the Marlins' all-time home run leaders.

In the first inning against the Mets on Thursday at Citi Field, the 25-year-old blasted a two-run shot, giving him 155 for his career and vaulting him past Dan Uggla for the franchise lead.

The Marlins fell to the Mets on Thursday. Replay played a part.

David Phelps will make his first start of the season on Friday night. It will likely be all Phelps until Henderson Alvarez is healthy.

Jarrod Saltalamacchia has had a slow start to the season, and J.T. Realmuto is thriving. He may see more playing time moving forward.

Christian Yelich's back was acting up for a while, but he was in the lineup Thursday.

Michael Morse has A LOT of power. And he proved it this week.

Dan Haren has worked with quite a few catchers throughout his career. He was impressed by Realmuto.

Miami won its first series this week. What went right?

Tom Koehler could quietly have a successful year.

Around The League

Kris Bryant. Cubs are ready.

The Mets are hot, and show no signs of cooling off.

Jose Reyes may be out for a bit.

Do fast starts mean anything?

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