Marlins starting pitcher Nate Eovaldi tossed his fourth quality start in a row to open his season Saturday, but he had to settle for a no-decision in a 5-4 loss.
Eovaldi pitched more than well enough to win, as he exited the game with a 4-2 lead, however he also left a runner on base with two outs in the seventh inning. Reliever Mike Dunn allowed that runner to come around to score on a two-run home run, costing Eovaldi the chance to win.
Eovaldi was charged with three runs in 6 2/3 innings on five hits and three walks. He struck out three batters, while throwing 57 of 97 pitches for strikes. He also picked up nine of his 20 outs via the groundball.
Eovaldi is now 1-0 with a 2.55 ERA in 24 2/3 innings of work since returning from the disabled list. He has one start remaining prior to the All-Star break, scheduled for Friday against the Nationals.