MARLINS RUMORS & GOSSIP
Marlins designate Jon Rauch for assignment
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Jon Rauch’s tenure with the Miami Marlins is over. The Marlins released the lenghty right hander on Friday after 15 appearances.
Rauch was used in the Marlins loss on Friday night allowing two runs in an inning of work. This season Rauch compiled a 7.56 ERA and a 1.80 WHIP.
There figures to be enough interest around the league to earn Rauch a spot in someones...
Beckham, Danks could return next weekend against Marlins
Chicago White Sox pitcher John Danks and second baseman Gordon Beckham could both return to the team next weekend for their series against the Miami Marlins. Danks is recovering from shoulder surgery he had in August of 2012. He started the season on the disabled list but will make what could be his [...]
Miami Marlins Release Pitcher David Aardsma
The Miami Marlins have released pitcher David Aardsma. He should catch on to another organization pretty quickly and get a chance at the majors soon; a good reason why it is being rumored that he is the one that decided to opt out of his minor league deal with the organization.
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Derek Dietrich Offers Potential Spark for Struggling Marlins
Miami Marlins rookie second baseman Derek Dietrich went 2 for 4 with an RBI single in the Marlins’ 6-2 loss to the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday night.
The Miami newcomer has gone 6 for 14 with 4 RBI since his call up from Double-A Jacksonville on May 8, serving as the replacement for injured Donovan Solano along with journeyman infielder Nick Green.
A multi-tool talent out of Georgia...
Zambrano agrees to deal with Phillies
Big Z is back.
Right-hander Carlos Zambrano, the emotional, controversial former Cub, has agreed to a minor-league contract with the Phillies.
Zambrano, who turns 32 on June 1, spent last season with the Marlins, going 7-10 with a 4.49 ERA. He reportedly agreed to terms last week with the Long Island Ducks of the independent Atlantic League, but never signed a contract, according...
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Nolasco Lacks Control in Loss
Ricky Nolasco had a rare off-night in terms of control walking two with the bases loaded in the Miami Marlins 6-2 loss to the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday. Known for his exceptional control, it was a strange sight to see the Marlins’ ace allow those two run scoring free passes during a five run second inning. The loss was the third in a row for Miami and the team continued...
Marlins catcher Jeff Mathis activated from DL
Marlins catcher Jeff Mathis has been activated from the disabled list after recovering from a broken right collarbone that caused him to miss the first six weeks of the season.
Mathis was acquired November in the trade that sent shortstop Jose Reyes and four others to Toronto. Mathis was injured in the first spring training game in February.
A .198 career hitter, Mathis joins a...
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Miami Marlins Option Catcher Kyle Skipworth To New Orleans
Catcher Kyle Skipworth has been optioned to the Miami Marlins Triple-A New Orleans minor league affiliate. He will continue to provide catching depth for the organization.
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Ozzie Guillen calls decision to manage Marlins a “big mistake”
Ozzie Guillen managed the Miami Marlins last season but after a tumultuous season was let go during the off-season.
The Marlins were hoping to use Guillen as a center of their franchise as they courted the fans of south Florida but the former White Sox manager alienated fans after his comments in support of Fidel Castro and the Marlins failed to perform despite a expanded payroll...
Marlins battle early season injuries, adversity
Injury and opportunity have appeared often during the early part of the Miami Marlins season.
Starting pitchers Nathan Eovaldi, Henderson Alvarez, first basemen Logan Morrison and Casey Kotchman, and catcher Jeff Mathis all were put on the disabled list before the season began.
First baseman Joe Mahoney, sidelined for part of spring training, went on the DL in late April with a right...
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Miami Marlins Struggle With Low Attendance, Will Close Upper Bowl of New Stadium During Some Home Games (Photo)
It’s no secret that the Miami Marlins have struggled with their attendance numbers since Opening Day. The team ranks last in attendance in the National League, and have decided to take steps to give their home field a little more of a home field feel.
The team has announced they will be closing the upper bowl of recently built Marlins Park to reduce stadium capacity from 37,442...
Chase Utley: Phillies fans booing doesn’t help
Philadelphia sports fans are notorious for their harsh behavior. They boo their own players, they boo opposing players, they hassle family members, and they’ll even boo Santa Claus if they feel up to it. But one thing that makes the booing worse is if players complain about it, because then it seems like the athlete is too weak to handle the pressure. Chase Utley didn’t come...
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Marlins plan to close upper deck?
The Miami Marlins, who rank dead last in MLB attendance, reportedly will close off the upper deck at Marlins Park for several games this season.
Marlins put Solano on 15-day DL, move Alvarez to 60-day DL
Injured Miami Marlins right-hander Henderson Alvarez was moved to the 60-day disabled list Tuesday after second baseman Donovan Solano was put on the 15-day DL with a rib injury.Solano missed three straight games with an intercostal issue before being put on the DL following Monday nights loss at San Diego.Alvarez, acquired in the offseason from Toronto, went on the disabled list...
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WHO'S THE BOSS?
Marlins owner fiddling with lineup?
Marlins owner Jeffrey Loria reportedly overrode manager Mike Redmond's plan for who would pitch in the team's doubleheader against the Twins this week.
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