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Erik Alvarez, the Marlins' vice president of public relations and communications, joined CBS News Miami to talk about the fun weekend ahead for baseball fans.

San Francisco Giants outfielder Lee Jung-hoo recorded a multi-hit game against the Miami Marlins at LoanDepot Park in Miami on Saturday, but his team suffered a 1-0 loss.

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A lot of attention has been given to the Texas Rangers’ offense this season, and rightfully so. But the bullpen could use a boost.

The ball went right at Norby’s head, making contact with what appeared to be his forehead, according to team writer Nate Karzmer. Somehow, someway, Connor Norby stayed in the game and took first base after being hit by a pitch.

The Marlins designated the 25-year-old rookie utility player for assignment Friday afternoon. Simon made headlines for all the wrong reasons this week after he tallied three fielding errors in just four innings against the Padres on Tuesday and was spared of a fourth by the scorekeeper.

Simon committed three errors over three innings, unintentionally helping the Padres rally to an 8-6 win Tuesday night.

The Marlins beat the Giants 1-0 on Saturday at loanDepot park, winning with a collection of key contributions from different sources.

As Ronny Simon walked to be with his teammates at the mound, he grabbed his jersey to wipe away the tears from his eyes. Disaster unfolded Tuesday in just his 19th career game, with the 25-year-old utility player committing three errors and being spared a fourth in the first four innings of an 8-6 loss to the Padres.