Marlins Eliminated By Nationals

     The Miami Marlins were eliminated from postseason contention by the Washington Nationals 6-2 at loanDepot park on Tuesday night. It was the beginning of a two-game series between both clubs. The Marlins went 4-3 on their recent seven-game road trip prior to this contest. 

     Washington(62-76) got one run in the top of the third and three runs in the top of the fourth for a 4-0 advantage. Miami(51-87) trailed 5-2 after they picked up a run each in the fifth and sixth innings. 

     

Johnny Cueto Exiting Angels

     Former Miami Marlins pitcher Johnny Cueto has decided to become a free agent and leave the Los Angeles Angels. He was designated for assignment a couple of days ago. 

     Cueto participated with the Marlins during the 2023 campaign. He chalked up a 1-4 record with a 6.02 earned run average in 13 games pitched. 

Steven Lorentz Leaving For Toronto

     Former Florida Panthers left wing Stephen Lorentz is expected to get a professional tryout offer from the Toronto Maple Leafs. He has been a free agent since July 1. 

     He was acquired by the Panthers from the San Jose Sharks for Anthony Declair prior to the 2023-24 season. Lorentz helped Florida capture their first Stanley Cup title in franchise history. He finished with one goal and two assists for three points in 38 regular season games with the Cats. Lorentz compiled two goals and one assist during 16 playoff contests with Florida. 

Colin Russo & Michael Rizzo Launch Show

     ESPN West Palm 106.3 WUUB-FM will have a new weekday schedule staring today. Russo & Rizzo with Colin Russo and Michael Rizzo will be on afternoon drive from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Theoretically Speaking with Theo Dorsey and Christian Katt was moved to mid-afternoons from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. 

     Russo started his on-air duties with that radio station on August 16 as the high school football studio host. He will also begin as a Sunday midday host prior to NFL games this Sunday. Rizzo will be making his on-air debut at ESPN West Palm today. Dorsey and Katt began their program back on April 8. 

Jean Segura Gone From Orioles

     The Baltimore Orioles have released infielder Jean Segura. He signed a minor league contract with the team on August 9 and never reached the majors. 

     Segura played one season with the Miami Marlins in 2023. He had three home runs, 21 runs batted in and a .219 batting average in 85 games last year. 

Marlins Jam Giants

     The Miami Marlins beat the San Francisco Giants 7-5 at Oracle Park on Sunday. The Marlins finished with a 4-3 record during their seven-game road swing. 

     It was the first series win for Miami(51-86) in over a month. The Fish will have tomorrow off and will begin a homestand on Tuesday against the Washington Nationals. San Francisco(68-70) hosts the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday. 

Tyler Huntley Rejoining Ravens

     Former Broward County high school football player Tyler Huntley will be rejoining the Baltimore Ravens. He signed with the Cleveland Browns as a free agent back in March and was released several days ago. 

     Huntley played high school football as a quarterback with the Hallandale Chargers. They clinched the District 15-6A title in 2014 over the Boynton Beach Tigers, who were led by current Ravens starting quarterback Lamar Jackson. Huntley went on to play college football with the University of Utah. 

     He was inked by Baltimore as an undrafted free agent in May 2020. Huntley participated in 20 contests over four seasons with the Ravens.