The Marlins’ “bullpen game” got off to an encouraging start, but clutch hits by Justin Bour and César Hernández on Saturday night led the Phillies to a 5-4 comeback win. Try to act surprised.
Speaking to FOX Sports Florida’s Jessica Blaylock prior to the game, Don Mattingly said he didn’t want Jarlin García to swing a bat, hinting at a brief outing for the left-hander. When the Marlins rallied against Vince Velasquez in the second inning, Mattingly stayed true to the plan.
It paid off beautifully.