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Is that the Miami Marlins in second place in the National League East? It’s getting so that the Miami Herald has dared print the phrase “into playoff contention” regarding the team.
The Herald is crediting the team’s free agent pickups for this season’s turnaround. Among them:
• Luis Arraez – His batting average this season is putting him in Ted Williams territory.
• Bryan De La Cruz – He’s scored eight homers and 35 RBIs through his first 63 games this season.
• Jesus Sanchez – The outfielder who was traded for somewhat meh players in 2019 is enjoying the best stretch of his professional career.
– Anne Geggis, Florida Politics