Marlins Acquire Armando Benitez

An old familiar face returns to the Marlins. This time, it isn't a veteran outfielder or a starting pitcher, but a reliever that had arguably one of the most successful seasons as a reliever for the Marlins franchise. Back in 2004, Armando Benitez was practically unstoppable - he will try to do the same this season, three years later, upon his return.The deal? Right now the details are not … [Read more...]

Julio Traded for Kim

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...]

Stokes Dealt to A’s; Marlins Catch Baker

Longtime Marlins power prospect Jason Stokes will finally get a good shot at making the big club - albeit with a different club.The Marlins dealt Jason Stokes on Friday to the Oakland A's for John Baker, another AAA prospect from the PCL.Baker played 83 games for the Sacramento River Cats in the PCL last season, the A's AAA affiliate. He hit .273 with 4 home runs, 80 hits and 38 RBI. He also had … [Read more...]