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  1. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Sunshine is in sight on the horizon.
  2. THOMAS JOSEPH
    I also thought signing Anderson in February was worth a shot - change of scenery, and the like. Now, I applaud the Marlins for their willingness to move on here, as they did (finally) regarding Garcia. Is there any chance someone else will take a chance on Anderson? I don't see much of anything to hang one's hat on, but perhaps he will get a deal somewhere as a late-season insurance policy against a starter injury.
  3. THOMAS JOSEPH
    I like Jesus Sanchez and even picked him to be the series MVP here. Still, when a player hits a solo home run with his team down 7-1, he should just run the bases, accept perfunctory dugout congratulations, and sit the eff down. It's 7-2 in the seventh inning. Reminds me of that silly clown, Morel, in Chicago.
  4. THOMAS JOSEPH
    This will be an interesting month, especially after the ASG break. I figure five guys from the current active roster will be traded, perhaps creating opportunities for some of the guys Marlins fans want to see in Miami. Although Cabrera is not activated now, but I think he goes with Scott and another pen arm. Two position players. Here's hoping they can move Bell, although this is far from a sure thing. I suppose Anderson will play out the season - so be it.
  5. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Ok. Perhaps this is an enjoyable experience for Ng, or could she have highly overrated herself in a world with only thirty positions (and only are available)?
  6. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Marlins win the series, 2 games to 1. Jesus Sanchez breaks out as the MVP.
  7. THOMAS JOSEPH
    These predictions articles are fun. I find myself agreeing and then flip-flopping. As far as trades, I think there will be five (5) moves from the active roster: Chisholm, Scott, De la Cruz, Cronin, and Chargois.
  8. THOMAS JOSEPH
    I realize it is improbable that we will see Mack in Miami this year, but his development in a position the Marlins need is encouraging.
  9. THOMAS JOSEPH
    So close! Proud of the Marlins grit in this series, even with the Phillies shorthanded.
  10. THOMAS JOSEPH
    The Bendix regime will succeed in not only turning around the Marlins farm system but also moving it into the top third of the systems in baseball within a few years. Patience and discipline.
  11. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Fun to see these types of articles, which reinforce why modern baseball fans should not be too enamored with any player on the roster. And, as a segue, how many fans grind their collective teeth over those foolish, deadweight long-term contracts that they would love to find a way to scrap? One of the best reasons to be a Marlins fan, IMO.
  12. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Boop! I get to say the usual caveat for this series: They still have to play the games on the field, no matter what the numbers say!
  13. THOMAS JOSEPH
    I miss about a dozen games live a year, so I love the MLB.tv replay features. When I returned home last night, I was delighted to see a Marlins win and thus chose to watch the entire game replay with the delicious surety in the back of my mind! Isn't it delightful to send a large opponent crowd home unhappy? Beating the division- and baseball-win-leader-Phillies is the cherry on top. The Sunday game now holds the (saying it does not jinx the team!) improbable chance of a Marlins series victory - in a four-game series, nonetheless! Oh, baseball gods, give us this one!
  14. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Perhaps we should permanently block Brazoban's visa. LOL. Seriously though, great to see the successful debut for Bellozo. Looks like a very nice and supporting family.
  15. THOMAS JOSEPH
    The Marlins and Phillies split the series, two games apiece. MVP is Bohm.
  16. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Keep it rolling. Marlins win series 2 games to 1. MVP is Jesus Sanchez. Panthers wrap up their first Stanley Cup,
  17. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Marlins 2 games to 1 with Jesus Sanchez as MVP!
  18. THOMAS JOSEPH
    We are entering a hazy forty-day period as deadline trades are considered and ultimately consummated. After July 30th, we could easily have a fourth of the current active roster turned over.
  19. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Good news if it holds, as it is apparent that the Marlins are intent on obtaining every ounce of return they can squeeze out for their $5 million in the only year Anderson will have in Miami. Maybe a scorching five weeks can turn Anderson into a trade candidate. Probably not and that's ok.
  20. THOMAS JOSEPH
    The Dillon Head news is unwelcome, but as a segue to the Bleday comment in the article, there's no reason to panic. Head is young, will heal quickly, and be hungry to start his climb upward again. The developing pitching continues to be the overall bright spot.
  21. THOMAS JOSEPH
    That was fun. Sanchez is streaking. Did anyone need the big hits as much as Bethancourt and Brujan? Let's take the series today.
  22. THOMAS JOSEPH
    I enjoyed the article and found much in it with which to agree. Scouting and developing require competent people in the organization to do those jobs. Respect for those in the jobs of the previous Marlins' regimes, the outcomes indicate they did not have that competency regarding position players. Although I lean heavily toward fifty percent of the whole rigmarole being a crapshoot (a la the Billy Beane character's "you don't know" retort in "Moneyball"), I will also bow to those with solid records. Not only individuals but also organizations as a whole excel and struggle. There is no doubt the St. Louis organization is a talent conveyor belt. Its culture of success is a significant contributor. People believe/buy into the culture, there is management support, adequate resources are allotted, and a solid communication foundation flourishes. Of course, available dollars translate into front-office flexibility and creativity. These things require a strategy and discipline, combined with the aforementioned competent personnel, and some time. Not to be hyperbolic, but the situation looks a bit like Noah building the Ark - both hopeless and foolish. There's probably no divine intervention in the mix but give Bendix a chance.
  23. THOMAS JOSEPH
    I want to focus on any good spots, however brief. Therefore, I will not mention Puk.
  24. THOMAS JOSEPH
    The last ASG I watched was the 1988 game in Cincinnati. I just cannot get into them and have no interest in the other "events." Hell, many players aren't even interested and would prefer the off days. The 1988 experience was cool, though, because actor Robert Wuhl sat right behind us. He asked where the programs were sold, and I recognized him as Newbomb Turk from "Hollywood Knights." He exclaimed, "You saw that!" It was right before "Bull Durham" came out, if I recall, and long before the HBO series that he starred in, called "Arli$$." He talked about the beautiful and sweet Michelle Pfieffer, Tony Danza, and Fran Drescher.
  25. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Ob-la-di, ob-la-da, life goes on. As a fan, this is a no-pressure season, so I am expanding my "good day" horizons away from the Marlins' record alone. After the trade deadline, the active roster might include some players from the minors I like to see in Miami. Elsewhere, I count good days when there are losses by the Braves, Yankees, and Dodgers (always and everywhere), and the Phillies (this season). I am easily persuaded to reward myself with a glass of wine when two or more big dogs lose. Still, go ahead - win 120 regular-season games each - just no WS titles. For the Dodgers, another offseason where their apologist fans try to convince the rest of us that Roberts is just the greatest manager ever, 2020 was just so legitimate (how dare anyone question it!) so, it hasn't really been a 36-year drought. and they're pleased with their $300 million results! So frustrating dude, like, we deserve to win, man. Yankees - no explanation needed. Braves and Phillies - sorry, no self-respecting Expos fan can allow titles there. Life is what one makes of it! LOL - cheers!
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