Hanley Ramirez Starts; Josh Johnson Watches as NL Comes Up Short Again

It's been a long time - in fact, I am sure there must be a country song written about it. The last time the NL beat the AL was 1996. A lot has changed since then. The internet has taken over our lives - like this blog has taken over mine - and the Marlins have won 2 titles. My nephew, who is turning 9 this year, has never seen the NL win the midsummer classic. Maybe that is one of the reasons he's … [Read more...]

HRam and Uggla Named to NL All Star Team

Hanley Ramirez and Dan Uggla will represent the Florida Marlins at the 2008 All Star Game.  Hanley became the second Marlin ever after Gary Sheffield in 1993 to be voted in by the fans as a starter.  Dan Uggla was selected by his peers as a reserve.  Congrats to both of these guys, and we at Marlinsnation.com wish them all the best as they bring the teal to Yankee Stadium. For Danny Uggla, … [Read more...]