Tylor Megill by his own admission was “erratic” in the first two innings Saturday, but was proud of the manner in which he rebounded.
Recalled from Triple-A Syracuse on Friday to replace injured Justin Verlander in the rotation, Megill survived five innings and allowed just two runs on six hits and two walks with seven strikeouts in theMegill credited his slider and curveball for carrying him as he continues to look for his four-seam fastball. Nick Fortes blasted a two-run homer against Megill in the second inning on a 94 mph fastball.
“I wish I could have gone back out for the sixth, but pitch count [93] was a factor,” Megill said. “Big moments like that and Lindor making great plays all day today and just this series so far. I gave him a big hug when the game was over.”Starling Marte got most of the day off in right field before entering as a pinch-hitter in the ninth and delivering an RBI double.
Tim Locastro is scheduled to start Sunday, but it’s unclear if that will be in center or at a corner outfield spot, with perhaps Mark Canha or Tommy Pham in center. For now the manager is comfortable with McNeil at second base, third base and the two corner outfield spots.
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