The J-E-T-S, Jets, Jets, Jets open their preseason Thursday night.

It appears the Mutts will not be catching the Phillies or Marlins, who play Thursday, in the NL East now that their pair of aces, Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving leveraged their way to greener pastures. 

Michael Lorenzen will make his first start for Philly after being traded from the Tigers. 

Lorenzen lost to the Halos, allowing three runs over five frames, prior to the deal. 

Johnny Cueto is still looking for his first win for Miami. 

Cueto has made three starts, allowing five runs over 15 innings. 

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The Cubs scored 20 runs on Tuesday and added 16 more on Wednesday to club the Reds 16-6. 

The Cubbies deposited five balls over the ivy wall. 

Johnny Cueto will lead the Marlins past the Phillies on Thursday night, Stitches predicts.{ai:summary}<p>In a thrilling baseball update, the New York Mets, New York Yankees, and New York Jets are all gearing up for their upcoming games. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Phillies and Miami Marlins have strengthened their roster with new players. The Chicago Cubs dominate their recent match against the Cincinnati Reds. #sports</p>

Phillies vs. Marlins prediction: Stitches going with Johnny Cueto, Miami

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