Offseason Outlook: The Two-Headed Marlins Catcher
marlinmaniac.com 15 days ago — In our previous Outlook series, I spent some time mulling over Cody Ross and his chances of coming back to the Marlins. Thanks to the recent trade of Jeremy Hermida to the Boston Red Sox, that becomes a much greater possibility, which leaves me a pretty happy camper. As you might recall from my ...

Marlins payroll expectations
marlinmaniac.com 15 days ago — Joe Frisaro released this bit of speculative talk over the weekend. Payroll for the upcoming season will be in the neighborhood of $36 million, or slightly lower. In 2009, the Marlins finished second in the N.L. East, winning 87 games with a $36 million roster. So expect salaries to again to be ...

There's a reason the Marlins have the reputation they have...
losmarlins.blogspot.com 10/4/2009 — Marlins players openly joke about the looming salary slashing. "Happy trails to you, Danny Boy!'' Ross Gload said to Dan Uggla . "You're making too much money. I hope we get a good pitcher for you.'' via the Miami Herald AP Photo/Tom Mihalek via ESPN.com

Mets decline option on Putz
nydailynews.com 18 days ago — The Mets officially declined J.J. Putz's $9.1 million option Friday, officially making him a free agent. The Mets also exercised a $500,000 option for Mike Pelfrey for 2010. Pelfrey will then have three arbitration years after that.  ...

Marlins payroll to shrink?
fishstripes.com 15 days ago — Joe Frisaro reported this  over the weekend . For years, the Marlins have shown they can remain competitive while spending carefully. They will be continuing that trend in 2010. Payroll for the upcoming season will be in the ...

Sox decline option on Gonzalez
boston.com 15 days ago — Two days after shortstop J.J. Hardy was traded from the Brewers to the Twins, multiple baseball sources revealed yesterday that the Sox have declined their $6 million option on Gonzalez for next season. The same sources indicated that the sides are ...

Flordia Marlins - 2009 Debrief
passion4baseball.blogspot.com 14 days ago — The Marlins came in second place in the National League East, six games behind the Phillies and a game ahead of the Braves. Here is a quick quiz: The Marlins won 87 games and came in second because: A) Great young pitching or B) Batting. Most people would answer "A." But really, the answer is ...

More Marlins offseason stuff
marlinmaniac.com 15 days ago — This time from Joe Capozzi of the Palm Beach Post. Expect the Marlins to be busy this winter. The general managers meetings start today in Chicago where the front office will explore options for trading some its 11 arbitration players. Whether any deals get done remains to be seen but the ...

Red Sox Decline Gonzo's Option
fenwaywest.com 15 days ago — It has been reported today that the Red Sox have declined Alex Gonzalez's $6M option for 2010. They say that the Sox may still be interested in bringing Gonzo back, but for a lesser amount. Sighs. Let me tell you how much I don't like this. One, I like Gonzo. I thought he brought so much ...

Florida Marlins may break long-term contract policy for Josh Johnson
palmbeachpost.com 27 days ago — JOE CAPOZZI Palm Beach Post Staff Writer Saturday, October 03, 2009 PHILADELPHIA In eight years under owner Jeffrey Loria, the Marlins never have signed a pitcher to a multiyear contract. They might make an exception this winter for Josh Johnson."I ...

Ex-Marlin Jeremy Hermida reeled in by Red Sox — Red Sox & MLB - BostonHerald.com 18 days ago
The Red Sox made what general manager Theo Epstein called a "value trade" in acquiring 25-year-old outfielder Jeremy Hermida from the Marlins in exchange for left-handers...

The Jeremy Hermida Trade to the Red Sox Is Better Than You Think for Boston — Bleacher Report - MLB 18 days ago
Yesterday, the Boston Red Sox traded minor leaguers Hunter Jones and Jose Alvarez to the Florida Marlins for outfielder Jeremy Hermida. As I checked my favorite site, MLB Trade Rumors, for the trade, the general comments were spread out from ...

Seating being set at new park — Major League Baseball News 18 days ago
As construction continues on the Marlins' new retractable-roof home in Miami, team officials have begun the process of assigning numbers to seating sections and rows.

Marlins add four coaches to staff — Major League Baseball News 18 days ago
On Friday, the Marlins announced four new coaches, including pitching coach Randy St. Claire. Dave Collins will be the outfield and first-base coach, Josue Espada becomes the infield and third-base coach, and Reid Cornelius is the bullpen coach.

Jeremy Hermida: Bust or Breakout — Bleacher Report - MLB 18 days ago
The Red Sox acquired Jeremy Hermida on Nov. 5 from the Florida Marlins in exchange for two minor-league pitchers. The Marlins received two LH pitchers in Jose Alvarez and Hunter Jones. The players received are a far cry from top prospects but can ...