By allowing ads to appear on this site, you support the local businesses who, in turn, support great journalism.
Fernandez blanks Braves
Marlins Braves Baseba Heal 1
Miami Marlins starting pitcher Jose Fernandez works in the sixth inning of Tuesday's game against the Braves in Atlanta. Fernandez struck out 14 in the Marlins' 1-0 win. - photo by Associated Press
ATLANTA — Jose Fernandez matched his career high with 14 strikeouts in eight innings and combined with Steve Cishek on a three-hitter as the Miami Marlins shut out the Atlanta Braves 1-0 on Tuesday night. Fernandez (3-1) outpitched Atlanta's Alex Wood (2-3), who also was dominant. Wood allowed four hits and one run with no walks and a career-high 11 strikeouts in eight innings.