Mack Out, Marlins Grapple with Catching Crunch | MLB News

Rookie catcher Joe Mack’s sore shoulder sidelines him for a second straight game, forcing Brian Navaretto behind the plate and Agustín Ramírez into DH duties as Miami faces a pivotal three-game series against the Phillies. With Mack’s defense and power (12 HR, 36 RBI since May) vital to their playoff push, the Marlins must decide whether to place him on the IL — backdated to Sunday — before Wednesday. Manager Clayton McCullough hopes it won’t come to that, but with Miami ten games back in the division and three out of a wild card spot, every player matters. Ramírez’s recent hitting streak could be key as the Marlins look to seize momentum in a crucial stretch. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/dbf0be6c9459b36b