Smith (8-9) allowed seven runs on seven hits and one walk with five strikeouts in the Marlins' 9-3 loss to the Nationals on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Smith has now let in at least five runs in four of his last five starts. Prior to his recent struggles, the southpaw held a respectable 3.35 ERA, which has now ballooned to a 4.30. It doesn't help that Smith has to pitch in a division with the Nationals, Braves, Phillies and Mets; all who can turn on the heat at the plate at any given moment. Smith will have a much easier opponent in the Royals as he looks to turn things around against them Saturday in Miami.