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Another Quickie Review
Again I tuned in late to this Saturday's 2-hour Hot Stove Radio Show - about 40 minutes in. This time Beinfest came on the show, but I only caught the end of the interview. Both hosts said later the 'big news' of the interview is that Beinfest is confident with Maybin being in the majors next ...
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The Marlins Hot Stove Radio Report
FishStripes — Since Photi of Fish Chunks fame is apparently is the only one who can get up on Saturday before noon, he gives another report. Another Quick Review I don't take too much stock in what Beinfest said, in that, what the heck else is going to say.  I mean if he is looking to move one or more of players he will naturally claim that he isn't.  If he is looking to keep them, then the statement is the same. The part I love is Geffner's plea for people to buy more season tickets.  Which begs the question:  Is it part of ...

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