JULY 17, 2021 • MLB.COM
Bulk role unlocked strike-thrower in Holloway PHILADELPHIA -- Jordan Holloway says the key to his historic run out of the Miami bullpen recently isn't a matter of his role -- he's simply...
Matt Vierling - Heads back to minors Vierling was optioned to Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Saturday, Todd Zolecki of MLB.com reports.
Impact Vierling was up as the extra man for Friday's doubleheader against the Marlins. He struck out in his lone at-bat and will head back to Triple-A for now, but he should remain one of the Phillies' top options next time they need another outfielder.
JULY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Jordan Holloway - Heads back to minors Holloway was optioned to Triple-A Jacksonville on Saturday.
Impact Holloway served as the extra man for Friday's doubleheader against the Phillies and impressed as the bulk reliever for the nightcap, tossing five scoreless innings. The 25-year-old now owns a 3.00 ERA in 30 major-league frames this season, so he may not have to wait too long for his next opportunity.
JULY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
John Curtiss - Activated from IL Curtiss (neck) was activated from the 10-day injured list Saturday, Fish Stripes reports.
Impact He struck out two in one inning during his lone rehab appearance and will take the place of Pablo Lopez (rotator cuff strain). Curtiss should work in mid-leverage situations.
JULY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Jorge Alfaro - Out of lineup Alfaro will sit Saturday against the Phillies, Joe Frisaro of ManOnSecondBaseball.com reports.
Impact Alfaro has been in a big slump over his last 10 games, striking out 16 times while recording just two hits. Sandy Leon will start behind the plate in his absence.
JULY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Pablo López - To IL shoulder injury Lopez was placed on the 10-day injured list Saturday with a right rotator cuff strain, Fish Stripes reports.
Impact This is hardly ideal, as Lopez had been pitching better than ever lately, striking out 33 over his last 23 innings. The Marlins' rotation has been hit hard by injuries, and perhaps this will lead to the promotion of Edward Cabrera or Braxton Garrett, both of whom have been pitching well at Triple-A. Lopez is without a timetable to return.
JULY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
marlins7-18-21 The blows keep coming for the Miami Marlins as they try desperately to fight their way back into contention before the trade deadline.
JULY 17, 2021 • MIAMIHERALD.COM
