b The Marlins (4-10) and the Pirates (10-4) faced off in the second game of a three game set under an open roof Marlins Park. Marlins right hander Trevor Richards took the hill against the Pirates Jameson Taillon.
Miami’s Trevor Richards showed signs of brilliance and was efficient through seven innings. He was proficient at getting outs off of soft contact balls in play and solid defense while striking out two batters. He threw 82 pitches, 49 for strikes. Pirates catcher Francisco Cervelli was the only Bucs batter that was able to get to Richards tonight. He was hit by a pitch, singled and doubled to reach base three times.