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Phelps , Offense Leads Marlines To Victory

A turn of events on Saturday night lead to Marlines manager Don Mattingly turning to the bull pen earlier then exspected after recently aquired pitcher Colin Rey from the San Diego Padres left the in the fourth with elbow soreness . "According to an article http://www.miamiherald.com/sports/mlb/miami-marlins/article92885302.html by Jordan McPherson"

Who was Don Mattingly going to turn to in the bullpen? Right hander David Phelps who pitched 2/2/3 scoreless innings  along with that he had four strikeouts. He  allowed a two out walk and a double while striking out seven batters. Phelps was credited with the win and is now 5-5 on the season to go along with a 2.65 era .

Along with David Phelps excellent outing the Marlines offense didn't have any problems scoring as they scored  eleven runs in a shut out of the Saint Louis Cardinals. 

The Marlines and Cardinals finish up their series today first pitch is set for 12:10pm.  Recently acquired right hander Andrew Cashner from the San Diego Padres is  on the mound for the Marlins who has a record of 4-7 to go along with a 4.76 earn run average going up against right hander Carlos Martinez of the Cardinals  who has a record of 10-6 with a 2.87 earn run average.

Go Marlines !