The MLB "trade deadline" sets in today at 4pm. It is a looming thing because right now, you are looking at one of the better teams since the All Star Break in the Florida Marlins. They are 10-5 during that stretch, putting them up the charts a bit. The NL East standings haven't changed too much - the Braves continue to marvel at the top while the Phillies made a big move to land Oswalt in their … [Read more...]
Brad Penny’s Suitors Down to Three
August 29, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Looks like there are three teams out there vying for Brad Penny's services to end the season. All three teams are trying to make a push for the postseason - but one of them is pretty much locked in there. The New York Yankees and the San Francisco Giants are elbowing with the Marlins for Penny. The question is, what is Penny looking for? If it is an assured appearance in the postseason, he … [Read more...]
Brad Penny Is a Free Man; Might He Return to the Marlins?
August 27, 2009 By 1 Comment
In order to make way for Billy Wagner, the Boston Red Sox released Brad Penny. Yes, I know - I was the guy who was rooting for the Marlins to real in Smoltz, too. Didn't happen. But with the Marlins itching to find consistency in their rotation, and really on the brink of contention for the post season, Penny may be a good gamble. The Marlins are players - just the piece has to fit. Smoltz would … [Read more...]
John Smoltz a Marlin?
August 14, 2009 By Leave a Comment
What a strange time we live in. I mean, John Smoltz a Marlin? That would be like a Republican supporting this new health care package being pushed by the Obama administration. But seriously, really? Yes. Joe Capozzi, of the Palm Beach Post, is reporting that the Marlins are one of the teams that is interested in giving Smoltz employment. The situation is this - the Red Sox demoted Smoltz who … [Read more...]
Marlins Busy as Trade Deadline Descends
July 31, 2009 By 1 Comment
It is falling upon us like the night sky only for the Marlins, there is some light here. The Fish are embroiled in several trade rumors, which indicates nothing other than the Malrins are actually buyers at this point in the year, which is a good indication that the brass feels good about getting to the postseason. As they should. What deals are being looked at as the 4pm deadline … [Read more...]
The Aftermath
July 31, 2008 By 1 Comment
So after a very tense 24 hours, Manny will be going to the Dodgers instead of the Marlins. It was really close, almost complete except apparently Pittsburgh balked at the end and tried to get more prospects out of the Marlins. Fortunately, our front office stood firm, the Marlins didn't wind up getting ripped off, and LA stepped in for us to make Pittsburgh and Boston happy. I don't … [Read more...]
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Cabrera Leaving? ARod Returning?
Right now, we should be asking ourselves, is it really in the best interest of the Florida Marlins to trade Miguel Cabrera? How is the franchise with the lowest turnout and impending stadium issues going to communicate that it is here for the long haul?By trading Cabrera?The obvious answer is no. But if the scenario is painted correctly, perhaps not - let's dare to dream a bit.Let's say Cabrera is … [Read more...]