Merandy Gonzalez Becomes First Former Firefly to Reach the Major Leagues
Right-handed pitcher Merandy Gonzalez, a 2017 South Atlantic League All-Star, became the first former Firefly to appear in a Major League Baseball game. The 22-year-old Marlins pitcher struck out All-Star Lorenzo Cain and tossed two scoreless innings against the Milwaukee Brewers at Miller Park on Thursday night.