Fernandez will make his first road appearance against the Phillies. Plus notes on Dee Gordon and Miami's franchise four.
Jose Fernandez thrived in his first two home starts and is set for his first road start of 2015 against the Phillies on Friday. Tom Koehler and Dan Haren will pitch on Saturday and Sunday, respectively.
Although the Marlins had a rough first half, the club is still confident in its core. President of Baseball Operations Michael Hill does not anticipate on dealing any young core players before the end of the month.