After all the trades, free agent headlines, minor league promotions and baseball stadium debates, we're finally at the eve of what its all about....Opening Day. The Marlins can climb above .500 all time on opening day with a win against the Washington Nationals Monday, currently sitting at 8-8 all-time. Coach Fredi Gonzalez has announced his batting order for tomorrow's 4:05 start and might … [Read more...]
Dan Uggla Wins Arbitration
February 14, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Lost in the background of the Heat's big trade, Dan Uggla won his arbitration hearing which rewarded Uggla with $5.35M for this upcoming season. The Marlins were offering a figure of $4.4M. … [Read more...]
Marlins’ Hall of Fame Infield
September 19, 2008 By Leave a Comment
That's right: history, baby, pure history. The Hall of Fame is calling and they want a piece of the Marlins 2008 infield. Why? Because they are the first team ever to have their entire infield hit over 25 home runs each. And the season isn't even over yet. Mike Jacobs, Dan Uggla, Hanley Ramirez and Jorge Cantu have all climbed over that peak but are looking to shatter it now. Cantu, … [Read more...]
HRam and Uggla Named to NL All Star Team
July 6, 2008 By 1 Comment
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...]
Last Day to Vote for Dan Uggla, Hanley Ramirez and the Marlins for All Star Game
July 2, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Today is the final day - so get out and VOTE! Vote for Hanley Ramirez, who is right now the favorite SS selected to start in the NL. He has a slight edge over Houston's Miguel Tejada. Hanley just was awarded NL Player of the Month and has gone on a home run tear, surging up to 20 home runs on the season. Also, show how much you appreciate Dan Uggla's offensive numbers and VOTE for him to get … [Read more...]
THE RETURN OF THE HAMMER
June 30, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Josh Willingham has officially returned from the DL. The Hammer pounded down upon the Gnats twice tonight, including a walk-off solo shot in the bottom of the 10th. That is the second walk off win for the Fish in as many days, and now the Marlins find themselves a half game back of idle Philadelphia for first place in the NL East. Hammer's smashing return couldn't have been timed any better for … [Read more...]
Dan Uggla MVP? Marlins Take Another From Phillies With Uggla Grand Slam
June 11, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Bottom of the 9th, 1 out. Bases loaded and the game is tied. Dan Uggla at the plate - and with one swing it was over. The dust settled and the Marlins came out on top with another dramatic, walk off win. Last time it was Cody Ross against the Reds, this time it was a grand slam walk off from Dan Uggla who hit a no douber for his 19th on the year. Chase Utley may be the NL leader among 2B for … [Read more...]
A Deep Fish Fry
May 12, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Quick, which team in MLB has the best winning percentage? Boston? Arizona? Chicago? Oakland? Minnesota? Any team in New York city?No, its the Florida Marlins who at 23-14 have a .622 winning percentage. It is the best start in franchise history and they are in the midst of a 7 game winning streak.And none of the pundits saw this coming. Which begs the question, if you were an unsuccessful GM, why … [Read more...]
Lineup Shuffle: Hanley Hits Third
May 3, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Is this a good idea? Well, only if the Marlins are planning to play Alfredo Amezaga everyday at center.Fredi Gonzalez adapted his lineup to suit his current situation - which is losing Josh Willingham to the 15 day DL (retroactive to Sunday) and nursing along a banged up Mike Jacobs who is having problems with an irritable finger. (Jacobs received cortisone treatment on the finger and is cleared … [Read more...]
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Marlins Sweep Double Header; MarlinsNation Has 1st Ever Tailgate
Several historical events took place today on a mostly sunny Sunday afternoon: Omar Vizquel is now the all-time leader in MLB history for games played as a shortstop. Dan Uggla has hit more home runs in a month than any other Marlin in Marlin history (12 - and counting!). MarlinsNation has finally had its first ever "tailgate" - although the tailgating part is being used liberally. We … [Read more...]