The Miami Marlins are still looking for a win eight games into the season. The Cards come into this game at an even 4-4. The Cardinals took the first game of the series 8-5 yesterday. The Miami offense has struggled this season as they are averaging just 3.63 runs per game. Trevor Rogers gets the start for Miami. In his first start this season, he allowed four runs on seven hits with four walks and six strikeouts. The St. Louis Cardinals have been better on offense, putting up 4.38 runs per game. Steven Matz gets the start for the Cards. His first start this season was against the Dodgers and he did fairly well. He allowed two runs on five hits with a hit by pitch, two walks and three strikeouts in 5.1 innings. Last season, he had a 3.19 ERA in 13 home games (eight starts). Miami made the playoffs last season but so far this season they have not been able to hit consistently enough. Matz is a good pitcher and Rogers can be hit. Rogers comes in with a 2.20 WHIP. I like the Cardinals in this one as you can’t back the Marlins until they show you they can win.

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