Last I checked, Jeffrey Loria can't turn a double play much less hit a ball out of the infield. The guy could probably not even make it around the bases at half stride without a chauffeur. So, what is with all the noise about him? Sure, he is the owner of the Marlins franchise. Yes he is a cheapskate that is using his sports franchise as an investment tool and not as a hobby like his fellow … [Read more...]
Bobby Valentine is Out; Now What?
June 28, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Several sources are confirming that Bobby Valentine was interviewed, but that the candidacy of Bobby Valentine for Marlins' skipper is now over. MLB.com cites philosophical differences, but was unable to state what those differences are. The Sun-Sentinel is reporting that the negotiations have broken down and that Valentine is no longer a candidate, but the article seemed to leave the impression … [Read more...]
Valentine Interview Delayed; Fans and Media Need to Stop Whining
June 26, 2010 By Leave a Comment
The Bobby Valentine interview, and impending hire, is on hold. The Marlins are saying to be patient, that there is a process here and that they want to hire the right guy. I am going to be critical here. Firing Fredi Gonzalez so abruptly without having someone in line shows the Marlins to not really have a plan. Then again, to fire Gonzalez and immediately bring in a new manager means that this … [Read more...]
Marlins Search Continues: Valentine and Bo Porter?
June 25, 2010 By Leave a Comment
There are several sources reporting that the Marlins are interviewing Bobby Valentine today, but the USA Today reports that there is a denial by Valentine that he will be the next manager. Must be in regards to it being a done deal because Tim Reynolds of the AP is reporting there is an interview with Valentine scheduled, but that other interviews are still slated. In fact, former third base coach … [Read more...]
Much Ado About Nothing: Firing Fredi Gonzalez a Good Thing for Fish
June 24, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Fredi Gonzalez has 276 on the books, the most of any manager in the brief history of the Marlins. The question is, was he the best manager in Marlins' history? Clearly, no, but in judging from making the rounds reading the media reaction you would think he was. In fact, all of a sudden, it is being likened to another "mistake" of letting Joe Girardi go. Look, Girardi is a fine manager for a … [Read more...]
Edwin Rodriguez Gets Win in Historic Debut
June 23, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Proving to be more than just an answer to a trivia question (Who was the first ever manager in the bigs to be a native from Puerto Rico?), Edwin Rodriguez had the winning touch as the Marlins fought back from a 4-0 deficit to beat the O's 7-5. It took a home run fest with Gaby Sanchez (8th) and Jorge Cantu (10th, 100th of his career) going yard to put those initial 4 runs on the board. Ricky … [Read more...]
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The Confusing State of Bobby Valentine: What I Meant to Say…
You know what makes for a great relationship? Communication. Apparently Jeffrey Loria and the Marlins don't get that and would lose out on their Valentine: Bobby V, baby, Bobby V. In what has been probably the most convoluted and confusing situation of any managerial hiring process, or hiring process, Bobby Valentine shed some light on the situation. In fact, it seems that he is still in the … [Read more...]