The Cardinals couldn’t stop the Marlins as they fell 11-0.
The Marlins scored four runs in the first thanks to a Yelich RBI double, a Stanton RBI single, and a Ozuna two run home run. The Marlins added four runs in the fourth on a Hechavarria RBI double, a Prado two run double, and a Yelich RBI single to make it 8-0. The Marlins added three more runs in the sixth on a bases loaded hit batter and a two run single by Mathis to make it 11-0.
Marlins starting pitcher Rea had to leave the game in the fourth due to an elbow injury. Phelps got the win going 2 and 2/3 innings giving up 1 hit while striking out 4 and walking 2. Garcia took the loss falling to 7-8 on the season. Garcia gave up 6 runs on 7 hits while striking out 2 and walking 1.
The Cardinals will finish their series with the Marlins today at 12:10. Coverage begins at 11:00 on 98.9 The Game.