The Marlins are force-feeding high-end pitching prospect Jesus Luzardo. It hasn't been going well. 

Luzardo, acquired a month ago from the A's, has a 9.67 ERA in five starts with the Marlins. He is averaging nearly 20 baserunners per nine innings during those starts. 

Reds starter Tyler Mahle is having a breakthrough season at 27 thanks to an improved slider. He's been especially effective on the road with a 1.84 ERA. 

The Reds are 5-1 versus the Marlins this season going hard for a playoff berth.