In a rotating cast of characters, the Marlins staff ace is switched several times this season already. It was to be Dan Straily until he went down with an injury. Then, José Ureña was the starter on opening day. Then, Jarlin García crushed opponents April before losing his mojo and being sent (temporarily) to the pen. Next up: Caleb Smith?
Smith still needs to be more consistent to truly be thought of as the ace of this staff, but coming into the game with a K/9 of 12.02 you couldn’t help to be hopeful that he has the goods to develop into at least a solid number 3 starter in the majors.