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  1. THOMAS JOSEPH
    I am confused and conflicted by the apparent incongruence of a Marlins remake and trading a controllable guy until 2030. Of course, individual trade deals require tough decisions. Still, if Scott will be traded for salary and competitive reasons, Cronin appears to be his prototypical replacement in the bullpen. Then, we have Mish and a not-unreasonable argument that playing terrible veterans such as Anderson defines teams "like this" (amid an abysmal season), rather than an evaluative year. I dig the salary for Anderson and the service time clock start issues. Mish points to the Astros and Orioles remakes that resulted in multiple 100-loss seasons. Fine. But do not the anti-tanking rules he mentions immediately after that mitigate against playing Anderson-type washed-up, lame-duck veterans over the evaluation of the next round of young players? If the tanking rules eliminate the draft benefits, what's the Anderson/Garcia strategy again?
  2. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Ok, another probably unpopular opinion re-ignited from the Marlins podcast discussion. I, for one, will be happy to move on from Chisholm. I hope he has a great season, so the haul is enhanced. I'd like to see him leading the league in bling and on-field dancing elsewhere. Now, I feel better!
  3. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Yes, I am a flawed individual - perhaps I need more self-examination. I detest these "theme" days. Of course, fighting to cure diseases and advocating for causes are admirable. But I simply want to watch a baseball game - an entertainment diversion without distraction or wagging of fingers in my face. Sorry.
  4. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Dare we hope for the end of the Garcia chapter? This is one Mish "insider" insight we all hope is accurate.
  5. THOMAS JOSEPH
    It's a thoroughly forgettable game, unfortunately. But, right back at it. No rest for the weary, as they say. I'm focused on the necessary roster moves this week so Mish's comments on the show last night were eyebrow-raising.
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    Although it seems incongruent, the analytics age provides us with quantitative data concerning which players are "lucky" and "unlucky." In the past, it was anecdotal. Those who watched every game for our team had a litany of hard-hit balls, quirky bounces, or the like in our heads that formed our opinions about player "luck." I watch the Marlins and, without appealing to available stats, have that gut feeling that our two Sanchezes are lucky (Sixto) and unlucky (Jesus). Both will probably have that luck run out in keeping with baseball lore. Schumaker's comments regarding Sixto show he thinks that time is rapidly approaching. Jesus' night keeps the ember of hope burning that he can proverbially "put it all together." I hate to give up on his lefty power, however, this seems like a crucial season for his career.
  7. THOMAS JOSEPH
    We are almost sure to see Anderson sometime this season, but there are the imminent returns of Chargois and (distressingly) Garcia. I figure there will be a corresponding injury-light IL move or two, but who?
  8. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Reluctantly, I will predict a Rangers 2 games to 1 series win, with Marcus Semien as the series MVP. Thanks.
  9. THOMAS JOSEPH
    I like the contributions from up and down the lineup, aggressiveness on the bases, and improving start lengths by the Marlins starting pitchers.
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    Checking the podcast out right now.
  11. THOMAS JOSEPH
    What else is there to say about the Anderson situation? Contributing nothing on either side of the ball. Period. As a fan without any real idea what the front office thinks, it seems like a Garcia situation - paid him so we play him, period. I'd much rather see Edwards or any number of other young players on the active roster. As Ely mentioned on last night's show, Garcia is returning soon, as well. I will not harp on this again, because it does no good and everyone already knows these two players are taking up valuable space. Maybe, just maybe, Bendix can convince Sherman to make the proper moves. I do not doubt that Sherman is calling the shots on Garcia, because the baseball guy Bendix would have punted him already.
  12. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Hope to catch him in his first Jupiter start - great having MiLB access with MLB.tv. subscription.
  13. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Thanks for the information and insights.
  14. THOMAS JOSEPH
    If we complete the old sales chart called the "Ben Franklin Close," the Weathers deal is a solid Kim Ng win as measured right now. How much credit to Stottlemyre?
  15. THOMAS JOSEPH
    As fun as these obligatory predictions are, they are also precarious. I appreciate the work that goes into the prognostications, and the occasional gut call. Sticking one neck out isn't easy, since everyone loves to ridicule misses by experts. Reading futurists' failed predictions is everyone's favorite dose of smugness. I think the Marlins pushed Sixto Sanchez for the express purpose of messing with Mish! Seriously, though, lots of fun.
  16. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Efficient, indeed! Garrett had the right mindset - get ahead of hitters, move the ball around the zone, pitch to contact - all leading to the efficient pitch count. The whiffs and Ks were excellent complements but not the main component to the strategy. Burger looked and performed like he was/is getting comfortable. Lopex continues to be a pleasant surprise. I know that the performances of the last ten days are also bound to inject confidence into Fortes. Even Anderson had some solid contact. Sanchez also looks like he's barreling up, portending one of his super streaks. Lastly, I like the aggressiveness on the basepaths, even with unsuccessful outcomes. We need that pressure on the defense and that additional run-producing mechanism. That truly was an enjoyable two hours of baseball.
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    Masterful - pitching to contact, which means a manageable pitch count. I truly hope Rogers, Cabrera, and Sanchez are watching and taking notes. I know Bendix sees pitching as the cornerstone of the new strategy. It's already largely in place and quite a bit of it is controllable (inexpensive). While most of us expect Alcantara and Luzardo to be traded since their contracts don't align with the next likely window for winning, I think the Marlins will compete for the playoffs sooner than the gloomy consensus out in social media. Lots of factors in baseball. in the meantime, I am enjoying Marlins May baseball.
  18. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Thanks for the information and for providing the LMBP link. It's a dual opportunity to watch baseball on demand and work on my rusty Spanish. I watched the Dominican Series and really enjoyed it, especially Brujan's performance there, which led me to believe a rebound year was possible due to the change of venue and a reality kick in the pants.
  19. THOMAS JOSEPH
    With the travel day, I was able to watch the Shrimp's offensive explosion in Gwinnett. Figure we will be seeing some of those guys in a few weeks. Good show last night, touching on the upcoming decisions Bendix must make. Of course, upcoming trades may clear the way for some guys and there are always injuries. I agree with Addio-Weiss regarding Anderson, but there are the prominent off-field issues - same for Garcia. Perhaps Anderson will parallel the upcoming summer temps and ramp it up. Such a pick-up eliminates the decision to eat the rest of his salary. I didn't care for the TA signing from the get-go, even scoffing that $5m was "a bargain." I do understand it, even though it was never going to be enough for fans expecting numerous FA signings, even if Anderson reverted to his better days. Garcia is a much bigger problem, especially since he is entirely baseball-superfluous compared to Myers and Edwards, not to mention several others that I and many Marlins fans would like to see given opportunities in the second half. Why not?
  20. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Yes, there will be individual incremental progression from current MLB players and those acquired in trades. Of course, there will be more new guys after the deadline and, one would assume, during the next offseason. I think the coming offseason won't resemble the quiet 2023-2024 offseason, in which Bendix was settling in.
  21. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Luzardo spun a masterful performance- thoroughly enjoyed watching. I'm a pitching guy, so the last few weeks have been especially fun. This is especially so juxtaposed with the horrible April. Keep winning those series and quietly dig out of the hole. Luzardo, and some of the hitters coming out of the April funk, might be showcasing for other teams. Still, improving a trade return seems secondary right now to becoming a respectable team. Out of our hands. I like that Zeus improved his control with the small velocity reduction. That's pitching maturity. After winning the series against the NL Central leaders, another big test on the road with the hot Arizona D-backs can solidify the turnaround month. I know the FOF podcast tonight will devote time to the upcoming roster decisions. Looking forward to it.
  22. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Prediction that I hate to make, but Arizona is playing well: D-backs take the series 2 games to 1. Corbin Carroll as the MVP.
  23. THOMAS JOSEPH
    The Marlins are on the cusp of some important decisions. Obviously, Anderson will have more leeway, but there are quite a few other decisions likely to be the proverbial cans kicked down the road (until the trade deadline moves occur). I figure there will be no moves in the catching department, either. Barring additional injuries or preemptive trades a la Arraez, aren't at least five player decisions imminent (Hoeing, Garrett, Cabrera, Edwards, and Garcia)?
  24. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Even playing .500 baseball is great. Imagine if the team can maintain the .500 pace for the season (a tall order, I know). After the trading flurry that is likely to come, I think the final months of the season will be quite interesting and eye-opening. The new path is clearer and we're going to see true evaluations. Those ABs (and innings, to a lesser degree) can really push Bendix's agenda along. Let's see the young players have genuine opportunities and forego journeymen replacements that have no real part in the team's plans. I realize every situation is nuanced, but the current play of the Royals, Reds, and even Orioles shows that taking the harsh (rebuilding) medicine can work.
  25. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Appreciate the comprehensive rundown.
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