Italian Marlins Fan

I appreciate it man, and I think they’re going to have a record of people not renewing. I’d love to know the sales numbers. But I’m sure that is classified info. We shall see. I want to try and be positive.

Can someone tell me how the Marlins have the second worst farm in baseball after the Ozuna, Stanton, and Yelich trades? I need to figure out that riddle.

I already applied. Just leaving this here in case anyone else is interested. Feel free to comment and leave feedback on this as well. I’m sure everyone wants to talk about something besides the Arraez trade. LOL

Jazz needs to stay. Everyone else, maybe with the exception of Burger, should be on the table.

I want to be optimistic, but I was looking on Wikipedia the other day because I was curious. The 2003 Detroit Tigers went 43-119, which is the worst record within a 162 game season. I think the bullpen is that bad. We might trade everyone but Jazz and Jake Burger at the deadline. I could see the Marlins going 40-122. I mean it’s still REALLY EARLY in the season, but I’ve never seen a Marlins bullpen this bad. Tazawa and Heath Bell would be beasts in this bullpen.

I agree franchise mode can be cumbersome for novice players. However, overall I do think the game is an improvement over recent editions and Jazz being on the cover, at least for me, makes it cool. I know that’s random haha. But TBH I only have 3 games on my PS4 console. GTA 5, FIFA 23, and MLB 23. That’s it. All fun games in their own right. But hopefully everyone who got MLB 23 is enjoying their gaming experience like me lol… u can build some pretty sick squads in franchise tho. I have a franchise mode with the marlins and was able to make several big acquisitions, including Ohtani. But RTTS I’d be curious to try. Idk how good it is compared to franchise mode or past RTTS, but it shouldn’t be too different.

I respectfully disagree that franchise mode is too deep. I like that you can basically simulate or play as far into the future as you would like. I don’t think there should be like an 80 year limit like there is with NBA 2k Franchise Mode. Usually, I buy MLB The Show every year (PS4) but last year I did not. With an individual Marlins player being on the cover of a baseball video game for the first time (Jazz), IMO IK I’m gunna sound bias, but this is the best MLB the Show they have made in years. Obviously I have a Marlins franchise mode but I fast forwarded (simulated) to year 4 after the first GM contract is renewed. I traded for Ohtani, still have Jazz and Alcantara, and with extra sponsorship money, acquired Mookie Betts and Manny Machado. As for the gameplay itself, I don’t notice much of a difference in pitching, but oh boy, do I notice it with hitting. It feels much smoother now when you are batting in MLB 23 The Show. I like hitting with certain players obviously, like Jazz and Ohtani (Ohtani is a cheat code because of his two way status; had to acquire him.) I used to play RTTS more, but that’s probably my biggest criticism of the game for this edition, as with the more recent ones. The best Road to the Show was MLB 07, when David Wright was on the cover. Yes, you didn’t have the type of interactions like in the dugout and clubhouse, but it was MUCH easier to earn higher attributes for your RTTS player. Overall, while I may dislike RTTS for MLB 23, the fact that Jazz is on the cover, hitting is easier, and Ohtani is basically a cheat code, this is one of the more memorable games I have owned and I am very happy I have it. I’m sure Jazz being on the cover is cool for all of the fans as well. 👍

See but right now I don’t think it’s fair for people to look at past fumbles? And are they looking at past fumbles from an on the field standpoint or off? I’m perplexed. To your point though what moves that are made next need to be made with the upmost importance.

Respectfully I see the points of both Das Texan and Silver Bullet. I’m in the middle. I believe it is a great sign that the Marlins extended Alcantara and I personally love the Garcia signing. But ultimately, at the end of the day, this is a results based business. I think that we need to see what happens with the Marlins next year and go from there. I think that’s fair. But I do think the Marlins need to do a bit more this off-season, but what specifically is dependent upon how the front office feels and more or less us as fans too.

I think Sherman would sweat at the bill if this happened 😭 I really want a star SS. And Marte as well will be tough.

Didn’t Wayne technically spend in 96-97 for that team even though he blew it up right after? Nevertheless. I’m an optimist at ❤️. I believe Marlins payroll will be close to $100 million. Resign Marte. Possibly go after a big fish and a decent catcher. They have the pitching depth already. Maybe make one big move trade wise.

Let’s get to the negotiating table first 😂

So what’s the move then? If you don’t want to spend money in FA or make trades to make the team better, what are you doing, Marlins? 😂 bottom line is team needs to get better with the resources that they have. The Rays are looking to possibly relocate for god sakes and they consistently have a 90 win team with attendance almost as bad as ours? Again no titles for Tampa Bay Rays, but they have the “secret sauce” as Barry Jackson put it to stay competitive without spending money. I will always love the Marlins, but I don’t think fans will continue investing their 💸 on an annual basis with the Marlins if they never put a good faith effort to spend on top free agents or work out solid extensions. Look at the Braves extension with Acuna. 🥜 sorry for the Ronald Reference guys but I’m Just Saying trying to speak facts

I love the Marlins but Heat signed Kyle Lowry, P.J Tucker, and a Morris Bro, while Panthers also made moves this off-season in hopes of winning a Stanley Cup (Sam Reinhardt, re signed Duke). It’s also football season now. Marlins what are you doing? 🧐 and Corey Dickerson/Adam Duvall not cutting the cake 🎂 . Get Wilson Contreras. Or Correa. A ⭐️. Don’t say $$$. Every other team here makes it work.

Leadership can only take Jeter so far. To be fair, what has he actually done as a positive BESIDES improve the farm system with amazing pitching depth that we as the fan base can point to as achievable success on the major league level, whether it be statistically or financially. I know some fans are not too interested in the business of sports, but it plays an integral role as the Marlins’ finances are more barren then other clubs, even with a new tv deal and naming rights deal. Marlins aren’t signing any $100-$200 million dollar contracts this winter, which is fine, but they need to make sound moves. Not including shortened 2020, in 17,18,19, and 21, Marlins didn’t do shit. Yes, players share blame, but ultimately, I believe it’s on Jeter for not establishing enough of a winning culture. I also am waiting to see when the Marlins are gunna ask the city to pay for improvements and maintenance of the stadium in the future as a “covid favor” for using the site as a testing facility/vaccination center. Just a thought. But hitters should be priority #1 in the off-season. High OBP guys for the cheap. Moneyball style if u have to. Just please have a good 162 for once 🙏🏼 If Sixto can hopefully come back at some point and we have better hitting depth with our current pitching depth, then MAYBE we can make an actual postseason push. Fair or foul? (no pun intended lol) the Mets situation is straight comedy 😂