The Miami Marlins scratched left-handed pitcher Jesus Luzardo from his Friday start after he experienced elbow discomfort on Thursday, the team announced. He will undergo further testing to determine the extent of the injury.
Luzardo, 26, is in his sixth MLB season and fourth with the Marlins after Miami acquired him via trade during the 2021 season. In five starts this season, Luzardo posted a 6.58 ERA while striking out 27 batters compared to 13 walks. He is 0-2 with the Marlins posting a 1-4 record in games he started.
Luzardo’s last outing was his best of the season as he registered his first quality start of 2024. He allowed two runs on three hits across six innings against the Chicago Cubs on April 20, striking out six while walking three. He was on the hook for a loss but did not factor into the decision after the Marlins scored two runs in the top of the ninth to secure a 3-2 victory.
After struggling in 2021, Luzardo broke out over the last two seasons and established himself in the Marlins rotation. He made 50 combined starts in 2022 and 2023, posting a 14-17 record with a 3.48 ERA. In 2023, Luzardo was one of 17 pitchers to strike out at least 200 batters. His 208 punchies ranked seventh in the National League.
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