This is a tough question for any fan to ask of his favorite team - are we contenders or pretenders? Time to honestly evaluate the question that is the Marlins 2008 season. With this road trip going as bad as it is, the upside is that the Marlins are in these games and have a chance to win them. They dropped 2 out of 3 against the Met and Phillies, but realistically one of those losses could … [Read more...]
Two Months In, Marlins Still In First Place
May 30, 2008 By Leave a Comment
They started the season badly, but there has been a total reversal of fortune for the Marlins and Mets. Sure, the Mets opened up their season by beating up on the Marlins - I was there Opening Day and watched Mark Hendrickson get schlacked. And yes, the Mets took two of three from the Marlins in this past series, but the Marlins still sit atop the NL East at a very nice 30-22 record. After 52 … [Read more...]
Bad Loss Shows Fredi is Not Ready
July 20, 2007 By Leave a Comment
There is no such thing as a good loss. I know some will say there it, but there really isn't. You lost. Tonight's game against the Freds was a good example of terrible. Mitre started off demonstrating what that adjective means, but pulled it together and got through 6 innings while only surrendering the 3 runs from the first inning. The Marlins' bats woke up and they took back the lead to make it … [Read more...]
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Gregg Costing Marlins Wins
Sorry, Fredi, I don't buy it. And if you really mean what you say, then the Marlins are in deep trouble. Kevin Gregg is not in any danger of losing his closing job? Really? The Marlins are choking. Kevin Gregg is supposed to be there to give CPR and life support, but he hasn't been able to save himself let alone his team. Sure, he has 15 saves, but he also has 6 blown saves. Gregg also has … [Read more...]