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...]
Marlins Select Lefty Chad James
June 10, 2009 By Leave a Comment
With the 18th pick in the draft, the Marlins took lefty high school pitcher Chad James out of Oklahoma. At 6'4" and 185lbs, the youngster sports a mid-90s fastball with what looks to be a power curve, but his location and control is inconsistent. Obviously, with a high school draft pick, there will be a need for patience. He will physically have to mature and of course, work on his ability to … [Read more...]
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Marlins Prepare for New Yorker Fans
This recent set of games has been a reunion of sorts. Remember back in 2003 when the Marlins defeated the Yankee$ in 6 games to take the whole enchilada? That's ok, no one in the media seems to remember either - and why would they? There is no one left from that team that is still on the Marlins. Mike Lowell, Josh Beckett and Brad Penny (huh?) are now all on the Red Sox. We just ran into them … [Read more...]