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Will Luis Ayala Solve The Bullpen Problems? (hint: um, no)
So JCR is reporting that the Fish have agreed to terms with Luis Ayala , which makes sense since they've been linked to him for quite some time.  As we all know, the Marlins have had a plethora of bullpen problems this season, ranging from overuse to misuse to general sucktitude.  So ...
Ayala released and injury updates
blogs2.startribune.com — The Twins have released reliever Luis Ayala after failing to work out a deal. There was legitimate... interest from Pittsburgh, and there are indications that Eric Hinske’s name came up in the discussions. But once Hinskie was dealt to the ... (more) Ayala released and injury updates
Marlins Player News: Luis Ayala Signs
Marlins Player News: Luis Ayala Signs
nleastchatter.com — Sure, another NL East team, why not? The Marlins have signed RHP Luis Ayala Thursday after he... cleared waivers from the Twins. Ayala had pitched in 28 games for the twins while going 1-2 with a 4.18 ERA. Most National League East fans will remember him pitching for the Mets at the end of ... (more) Marlins Player News: Luis Ayala Signs
Right-Handed Reliever Luis Ayala, Marlins Agree to Terms
Right-Handed Reliever Luis Ayala, Marlins Agree to Terms
miamiherald.typepad.com — The Marlins have agreed to terms with veteran right-handed reliever Luis Ayala, who cleared waivers on Thursday... after being designated for assignment last week by the Minnesota Twins. Ayala's agent, Joe Longo, said the pitcher would report to New ... (more) Right-Handed Reliever Luis Ayala, Marlins Agree to Terms
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Marlin Maniac | A Florida Marlins Blog — ... , then I reiterated it, and Dan 2.0 of FishStripes wanted everyone to know, in case you missed it, that Luis Ayala is not the answer for the Marlins bullpen problems. In fact, Ayala is just another guy, like a Triple-A scrub with major league experience. Does that really make him worth the signing? If it’s for the minimum, I suppose there’s no real difference, just make sure he doesn’t get the high leverage innings, because: ...

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