DoTheFish

i think it's time to organize a massive sit together and wear bags on heads game appearance. the budweiser bar, if we could fill all of it with bags on heads, that would definitely make sportscenter. Do something cooler, like have a massive group of people show up in the jerseys of former Marlins on the teams they were traded to (D. Lee Cubs, Hammer Nats, JJ Blue Jays, etc.). And it should be EVERYONE that we've traded, as a nod of respect to every player that's ever had to deal with this POS ownership.The point being - "we actually care about these players and the way you do business kinda bums us out." Pick some random section of the stadium to sit in and turn your back to the field during the game, so all you see is the player names. No one's going to do that. It's going to cost everyone about 100 dollars to make those jerseys. The bag thing is more reasonable. Using $$ that you might use to buy Marlins gear for other teams gear is kind of the point? Not saying it would be easy but that would be awesome to see. The bag over head thing is more of a slap in the face to the team on the field IMO. Not if you write "f*** you, Loria" on it. That is true. But I mean yeah, something should be done.

i think it's time to organize a massive sit together and wear bags on heads game appearance. the budweiser bar, if we could fill all of it with bags on heads, that would definitely make sportscenter. Do something cooler, like have a massive group of people show up in the jerseys of former Marlins on the teams they were traded to (D. Lee Cubs, Hammer Nats, JJ Blue Jays, etc.). And it should be EVERYONE that we've traded, as a nod of respect to every player that's ever had to deal with this POS ownership.The point being - "we actually care about these players and the way you do business kinda bums us out." Pick some random section of the stadium to sit in and turn your back to the field during the game, so all you see is the player names. No one's going to do that. It's going to cost everyone about 100 dollars to make those jerseys. The bag thing is more reasonable. Using $$ that you might use to buy Marlins gear for other teams gear is kind of the point? Not saying it would be easy but that would be awesome to see. The bag over head thing is more of a slap in the face to the team on the field IMO.

Ok just in between innings, or maybe don't turn your back at all. But you get the point.

i think it's time to organize a massive sit together and wear bags on heads game appearance. the budweiser bar, if we could fill all of it with bags on heads, that would definitely make sportscenter. Do something cooler, like have a massive group of people show up in the jerseys of former Marlins on the teams they were traded to (D. Lee Cubs, Hammer Nats, JJ Blue Jays, etc.). And it should be EVERYONE that we've traded, as a nod of respect to every player that's ever had to deal with this POS ownership.The point being - "we actually care about these players and the way you do business kinda bums us out." Pick some random section of the stadium to sit in and turn your back to the field during the game, so all you see is the player names.

Ken Rosenthal �@Ken_Rosenthal Sources: #Marlins’ broken promises included verbal no-trade pledges to Reyes, Buehrle. Story: http://msn.foxsports...promises-111612 Buehrle knew the Marlins’ history of dumping high-priced players, and it concerned him, according to a friend. Team president David Samson, however, told both Buehrle and his wife, Jamie, that the team was committed to a long-term vision, sources said. The Buehrles have two children — a son, Braden, 5, and a daughter, Brooklyn, 3. They also own a 2-year-old pit bull, Slater. The province of Ontario, where Toronto is located, bans pit bulls. Jamie, sources said, was emotional in a conversation that she had with Samson after learning of the trade Tuesday. Samson had initiated contact with the Buehrles to inform them that a deal was imminent. I want this man piece of sh*t away from this organization as soon as possible.

I hope Stanton continues to voice his displeasure and we try to trade him. At that point would MLB have a legit reason to remove our ownership because we're not operating in baseball's best interest? What would it take?

Lo Viste was also sent to Toronto in the deal.

So the 2013 Blue Jays are the 2012 Marlins, and the 2013 Marlins are the 2006 Marlins. I think we won? You just blew my mind. Jays should let Ozzie manage.

So the 2013 Blue Jays are the 2012 Marlins, and the 2013 Marlins are the 2006 Marlins. I think we won?

Marlins firesale criticisms aside, why do people think this will put the Jays over the top? We were a last place team with those players.

If Coghlan's future with the team is in the outfield (which it appears to be), could Ozzie be our guy at 2B? Infante is fine for a year. Let Ozzie spend 2011 in AAA at 2B. Then roll into the new stadium with a Dominguez/Ramirez/Martinez/Sanchez infield. Could this be the plan? I like him way more than Boni and Infante.

18-year-old monster Mike Stanton He's got a ton of potential at the plate but I'd like to see him straighten out that 5.93 ERA!

Rumor is, the Devil rays and the Cubs are eyeing Hermida. Link? Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com speculates that Jeremy Hermida "could be the next arbitration-eligible Marlin to be traded." He adds that trading several other players means the Marlins "are now flexible enough to be choosy." According to Rosenthal, the Cubs and Rays are among the teams interested in Hermida, who's a 24-year-old career .267/.342/.436 hitter. Source: FOXSports.com More: Market for Hermida? If the Marlins have a change of heart and do consider moving right fielder Jeremy Hermida, there seems to be a growing market for the 24-year-old left-handed hitter. The Rays could be a fit, as they weigh their outfield alternatives. Tampa Bay has Hermida on its radar. The Cubs, according to reports in Chicago, may also have interest. First hand, Chicago saw the potential of Hermida, who had a big series against the Cubs at Wrigley Field in July. Milwaukee also could be in the mix, especially if Mike Cameron doesn't return and Corey Hart is switched to center field. The Brewers are looking for a lefty bat. One scout said of Hermida: "He still has one of the best swings I've ever seen when he was in Double-A." The question is whether the Marlins are willing to trade Hermida, their top pick in 2002. Now that Josh Willingham has been traded, and with veteran free agent Luis Gonzalez not expected back, Florida is thin on outfield experience. Cody Ross, Hermida and Alfredo Amezaga, a natural infielder, are the only real MLB seasoned outfielders in the organization. As of now, Cameron Maybin is projected to open in center, with Ross in left and Hermida in right. Should the Marlins be tempted to deal Hermida, they'd then be in the market for a corner outfielder. Because of their budget restraints, it could be tough to find someone affordable. The Marlins' position on Hermida now is, they're leaning towards keeping him, but they'd listen to anything that makes sense. -- Joe Frisaro http://hotstove.mlblogs.com/archives/2008/...or_hermida.html

Speaking of putting Bonifacio at 3rd: http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/basebal...0,3688889.story Bonifacio wary of third By Juan C. Rodriguez |South Florida Sun-Sentinel Emilio Bonifacio received a call from Dominican countryman Hanley Ramirez on Tuesday welcoming him to the Marlins. They may be in the same organization, but whether they're part of the same infield remains to be seen. During his six-year pro career in the United States, Bonifacio hasn't played so much as an inning at third base. That will change if he makes the 25-man roster. The Marlins have asked Bonifacio to start taking groundballs at third. Playing for Licey in the Dominican winter league, Bonifacio is unsure whether the club will facilitate him testing the waters. While the Marlins have every confidence in a successful transition, Bonifacio has no illusions about what the move entails. The throws are different. The reaction time is different. At second, Bonifacio didn't have to worry as much about charging bunts and dribblers. The biggest adjustment may be the angle. Unlike middle infielders, third basemen don't have the benefit of seeing the catcher's signs. "In reality, I can't say comfortable because I've never played there," Bonifacio said. "I don't think it'll be easy. Time will tell if I adapt well to it, but I think so. [second base] is my natural position." Any move may only be temporary. If Dan Uggla puts together another 30-homer season, Bonifacio could be the everyday second baseman in 2010. The Marlins appear ready to absorb the 12- to 15-fold pay increase Uggla will command through arbitration this year. The mark-up beyond 2009 might prove too high. Meanwhile, Bonifacio won't be arbitration-eligible until after 2011. "I was happy [about the trade]," Bonifacio said. "I'll be closer to home and it's a team where I'll have more opportunity." Bonifacio wasn't guaranteed a starting job with the Nationals either. Anderson Hernandez and Alberto Gonzalez both would have pushed him for playing time. For the switch-hitting Bonifacio, 23, cementing his standing as a major-leaguer will require improving his average from the right side, getting on base more, and making the most of his speed. Last season, he went 7 for 43 (.163) as a right-handed hitter, prompting the Nationals to debate whether he should bag that side altogether. The Marlins are considering no such scenario. "We're going to work with the bunting and putting the ball in play," said President of Baseball Operations Admin Beinfest, who likened Bonifacio to Luis Castillo. "All reports on the switch hitting are fine. … Everything we've seen in the minor leagues and briefly in the major leagues lead us to believe he'll be a successful top-of-the-order type of energizer." Bonifacio's numbers for Licey this winter have been impressive. Through 21 games, he was batting .337 (28 for 83) with a .455 on-base percentage, due in part to 17 walks and 10 strikeouts. "I'm still young and have a lot of work to do," Bonifacio said. "I have to keep working from the right side. Last year I didn't have good results, but I have confidence in myself and think things will change next season." Beinfest has said (paraphrasing): A) EB fits the kind of player they want to move towards to a "T" B) EB is ML ready. C) EB should be an everyday player. Just don't see why we'd move him to 3rd. If anything, move Uggla there, because EB's D is better than Uggla's at 2nd and Uggla has at least played some 3rd. But I really think Uggla is out.

Olsen to the Brewers for some sort of Angel Salome package. He's a very nice RH C prospect who's been compared to Pudge (short, cannon arm, hits lefties and righties equally well). Had an insane AA year .360/.415/.559. If/when the Brewers lose CC and Sheets they've got a huge hole at SP and can afford to deal Salome with the FA comp picks they'll get back. Anybody else think this makes sense?