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  1. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Excellent hard contact from Pauley, even on his outs, and he's hustling. The Jax reset looks to have recharged him at just the right time to address the Marlins' most immediate positional need.
  2. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Let's punch the league and all the parrot commentators right in the kisser by keeping Alcántara. Fairbanks could be another stone waste, but before we relegate him to Robertson status, let's see how it goes over next three weeks or so. No reason to be impulsive, either concerning the on-field situation or the ever-present financial status of the team. The Marlins have prepared for the Stanton residual payments,band will be fine with the other sunk contractual obligations this year. They are well-placed heading into the CBA to move in any direction they want or that the new terms open up. Consider the very legitimate damage that a lost or severely truncated 2027 season causes teams with high-dollar, long-term player deals. A lost prime year is devastating to the overall contract assessment and, of course, the probability of decent on-field production. Bendix has aligned things to give the Marlins top flexibility once things are settled, or to weather the process if it goes south after the lockout/contract expiration (which I wager that it surely will). Keep Alcántara this year. No pressing issue and no need to disrupt a fine team chemistry.
  3. THOMAS JOSEPH
    You're right that the team performance is the focus now, and rightfully so.
  4. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Cards win 2 at home. MVP - Burleson.
  5. THOMAS JOSEPH
    I don't understand why Garrett isn't recalled. Perhaps there are deal discussions in the works. Stowers and Marsee, to my mind, are the keys to success the dog days. Lastly, I suppose such discussions are obligatory, but I laughed outloud at the Chapman reference.
  6. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Isn't it great to have positional depth, especially at the key positions?
  7. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Well done.
  8. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Quite a satisfying game.
  9. THOMAS JOSEPH
    You're right. Unlike Sielaff, Hutt isn't above bring legitimately critical.
  10. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Hutton was right on the cusp of a more stringent criticism, but held his tongue. Loved Lalli's call and X's bid for the inside-the-parker. The out required perfect defensive execution. Forcing that is good. Kudos to Phillips. Well done.
  11. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Thanks for the comprehensive report.
  12. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Why not extend Bachar to five innings? If he's game, it's a nice card to hold for situations like the Marlins now face. Also, Garrett should be back any day now.
  13. THOMAS JOSEPH
    The basic strategy is obviously to run up the pitch count, and an early run or two greatly achieves that goal against a premier pitcher. Failure to cash in against Wheeler in the first inning portended the loss.
  14. THOMAS JOSEPH
    I thought Skenes was already in the Hall of Fame.
  15. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Marlins sweep the series with Owen Caissie taking the series MVP.
  16. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Let the guy play and see what happens. What, he's the difference in making the playoffs? Of course not.
  17. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Anxious to see the revamped Shrimp in action.
  18. THOMAS JOSEPH
    I figure both Alcántara and Fairbanks will go in July, and that is probably best for long-term business both on the field and for team finances. With the option year, the team that trades for El Caballo will have an excellent price point, even if there is no extension. If we figure the Marlins near 70 wins as configured, keeping these two is hard to justify. As hard as the public relations hit will be, I don't believe the team has any compunction in making the move(s). The remodeled team is on track, the minor leagues are rejuvenated, and we are optimistic that the new CBA will create a more equitable ecosystem in baseball. Perhaps that is Pollyannish thinking, but we have no choice. The TV revenue situation has exacerbated matters to the point that all these moves are necessary and has created a high probability that on-field play will not occur in 2027 or will be significantly truncated. Howling about individual issues is a fan's prerogative, but the systemic issues cannot be delayed any longer. We are fast approaching the proverbial chickens coming home to roost between MLB and the MLBPA.
  19. THOMAS JOSEPH
    The "strong up the middle" quest is, hopefully, solved. Marsee, relax, and get on track, brother! The competitive window is ajar and you can throw it wide open. You're a huge key to the team's success right freaking now.
  20. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Fresh reinforcement exactly where and when we need it. Regarding pitching, Whatever happens with Paddock's role, if any, Garrett and Snelling are on deck. I'm not worried, barring multiple injuries to starters. Frankly, Eury is more of a concern to me right now.
  21. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Most important item on the plate right now is stomping the Phillies while they're down. This is an opportunity to put as much distance as possible on the books.
  22. THOMAS JOSEPH
    Eddie Murphy's character in "Trading Places" Billy Ray Valentine: "I have legs!" Yes, Clayton, Max can pitch seven innings! Please reconsider this five inning robotic starter removal that requires four innings and five relief pitchers every game. Thank you.
  23. THOMAS JOSEPH
    McCullough pulls every starter like a robot, then flies in the face of obviousness with the bullpen. Quite interesting as it is puzzling. Perhaps his title should be Master Concierge and simply defer to an AI program for all in-game decisions. Lol.
  24. THOMAS JOSEPH
    I agree.
  25. THOMAS JOSEPH
    I enjoyed the feisty banter during the live show on this topic.
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