I assume you guys figured out by now that I'm going to be doing these things pretty sporadically. However, I promise to try to update at least once every two weeks. They say the standings start to become significant after Memorial Day... so those teams that find themselves several games back should start to get worried.1. NY Mets: Just barely over Boston. That sweep of the streaking Marlins … [Read more...]
The Phillies-Marlins rivalry is nothing new
May 25, 2007 By 2 Comments
I became a Marlins fan in 2001. I had followed the team prior to that, but just here and there, nothing really serious. But then something happened, the Marlins had just fired John Boles and replaced him with Tony Perez and had a little run going. It looked like the Marlins were going to come out of the mediocrity that had surrounded the team for the last 3 seasons. I can’t remember exactly … [Read more...]
Nolesmarlins’ Power Rankings
May 24, 2007 By Leave a Comment
1. Boston: Lose Beckett to the DL and they don't even miss a beat. Mikey Lowell is playing like the Lowell of 2003.2. Queens: Big series win against the Yankees, especially for David Wright. He is back in a big way, but it would still be totally bogus if he, or any other NL 3rd basemen for that matter, are voted to start over Miguel Cabrera for the All Star Game.3. Halos: The hottest team in … [Read more...]
Hanley Ramirez, MVP Candidate?
May 22, 2007 By Leave a Comment
He is easily one of the most impressive young hitters in baseball. His resume so far this season looks like this:4th in the NL in average hitting .3354th in the NL with 15 stolent bases1st in the NL with 39 runs scored6th in the NL with OBP at .4119th in NL with OPS (.953)10th in SLG in NL with .541Hanley Ramirez has arrived. He's getting plenty of praise from his peers, Ken Griffey Jr. saying … [Read more...]
Julio Traded for Kim
May 14, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Proof there is a God, and He's a Marlin fanOn Sunday, the Marlins somehow convinced the Rockies that Jorge Julio was more valuable than Byung Hyun Kim. Kim has been injured all season; Julio would have been better off on the DL.Now, Julio will take his 12.54 ERA to Colorado where he figures to turn things around. "I'm fine. I stayed in focus all the time," said Julio. "I know this game. I know … [Read more...]
Nolesmarlins’ Power Rankings Week 5
May 9, 2007 By 1 Comment
This has been an exciting first month of the season to say the least. Surprises: the Brewers with the best record in baseball, Josh Hamilton's comeback, the return of the Braves led by Tim Hudson, ARod is absolutely killing the ball, Josh Beckett's rediscovered poise, John Maine, and the Marlins' offense. Disappointments include: Philly's start, the Yankees' rotation, the Marlins' rotation, Jorge … [Read more...]
Future Fish Report I
May 7, 2007 By 1 Comment
The following is brought to you by none other than our own Southern Illinois Marlins Fan. His opinionated opinions will be opined here about Marlins prospects and the futures market for our Fish. Keep your fish eyes on these guys.C-Torre Langley: hasnt played yet1B-Brad McCannJupiter Hammerheads(High A), R/R.298/.310/.5126 2B, 4 HR, 15 RBISecond consecutive year with Jupiter in the FSL, but he is … [Read more...]
Marlins Take 2 from Mets, Back at .500
May 2, 2007 By Leave a Comment
With 2 wins in a row in New York, the Marlins have completed their ascent back to the .500 mark and are now 3 games in back of the Braves for first place.The Marlins are 3-2 on this current road trip, going up against their division rivals the Phillies and Mets during this stretch. The Marlins have shown that the offense is going to be there, as they have scored over 5 runs in this 5 game stretch … [Read more...]
Nolesmarlins’ Power Rankings Week 4
May 2, 2007 By 1 Comment
1. Boston: This looks like the best Red Sox team yet. Their rotation potentially has both of this years AL Cy Young and ROY award winners.2. Atlanta: Just took over first place in the NL East tonight. If the Braves happen to go on a long winning streak any time soon this division race might be all but over if the Mets and the Marlins can't keep up.3. Cleveland: Finished out April strong with … [Read more...]
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Do Marlins Have to Cut Down on K’s?
The Marlins set a franchise record last season with strikeouts from their hitters - 1,249 to be exact. With 235 on the season, they are well on pace to exceed that mark.Yet, the offense is still producing. Kind of like a Rob Deer wet dream.The Marlins are #1 in the NL with runs scored (151) and tied for first with team batting average (.274). They are #2 in home runs (33, Braves have 38) and are … [Read more...]