Francisco Liriano is the likely starter for Marietta in game one against Newark. Newark started Randy Johnson in game one against Honolulu, so chances are we'll see the Unit once again Friday.
Liriano has had two starts against the Sugar Bears this year. The first outing, at Newark, he held the Sugar Bears to three hits in seven innings, surrendering two runs and two walks, while striking out six. The second outing, in Marietta, Liriano got injured in the second inning, but not before striking out three Sugar Bears in 1.2 innings. It's a small sample size, but it's got to give hope to the scores of Mighty Men fans.
Johnson has only faced the Mighty Men once, in Newark as well. He got the win, but the start was mediocre. Johnson gave up four runs, three earned in six innings, while allowing seven hits and four walks. Johnson only struck out three Mighty Men. Then again, with their offense, the Sugar Bears don't need much better from their starters.
According to the early polls so far, most believe that the Sugar Bears will win in five games, though a few hopefuls are still holding out for a Mighty Men victory. But that's why they play the games!
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