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Jim Rassol-USA TODAY Sports The veteran first baseman is poised to get the final spot on Miami’s 26-man active roster, per general manager Kim Ng. Yuli Gurriel has made the Miami Marlins 26-man Opening Day roster, according to Marlins general manager Kim Ng. On the Marlins radio broadcast during Sunday’s game against the Washington Nationals, Ng said Gurriel “should be” … [Read more...] about Yuli Gurriel “should be” on Marlins Opening Day roster

Rhona Wise-USA TODAY Sports Yuli Gurriel may have metaphorically forced the Marlins’ hand in the decision for the final roster spot. The first baseman was a non-roster signing during the fourth week of spring training games on March 9, along with shortstop José Iglesias. It is likely only one of them makes the season-opening 26-man roster, and both players can opt out … [Read more...] about MIA 2, STL 3; Yuli makes case for final spot, Cabrera finishes on positive note

Fish Stripes rewinds to the just-completed World Baseball Classic and how some new Marlins players performed at LoanDepot Park. The World Baseball Classic: what a tournament! New Marlins players were out in full force. Johnny Cueto (Dominican Republic) made his first and only start against Puerto Rico. Cueto utilized his signature shimmy to upset the timing of opposing hitters … [Read more...] about Down the Dorsal: Luis Arraez Unleashes Hidden Power at WBC

Photo by Jasen Vinlove/Miami Marlins/Getty Images What could Pérez potentially look like once he makes his highly anticipated arrival to The Show? RHP Eury Pérez Eury Pérez, 100mph Fastball & 91mph Changeup. pic.twitter.com/WBPCfoILK4— Rob Friedman (@PitchingNinja) February 26, 2023 Signed as an international free agent (July 2019). Made professional debut … [Read more...] about 2023 Marlins Season Preview: Eury Pérez

Danis Sosa/Fish Stripes Today’s Marlins news roundup also includes the updated value of the franchise as estimated by Forbes. Marlins Podcast Episodes According to Craig Mish and Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, the Marlins are “leaning toward” an Opening Day roster construction that includes both Bryan De La Cruz and Jesús Sánchez and only one of Yuli Gurriel … [Read more...] about Offishial news, 3/24/23: Battle for final roster spot; Hoskins tears ACL

Isaac, Kevin and Ely discuss Yuli Gurriel vs. José Iglesias and combine to come up with 15 bold predictions for the Fish. In what has become an annual tradition, we’re making bold predictions about the upcoming Miami Marlins season. Isaac Azout and Kevin Barral are joined by Ely Sussman to explain the following takes: Huascar Brazoban records 25 saves (Isaac) Jazz Chisholm … [Read more...] about Fish Stripes Unfiltered Episode 37: Bold Predictions for 2023 Miami Marlins

Rich Storry-USA TODAY Sports Rogers looked confident on the mound against a half-strength Cardinals lineup. It has been a theme throughout Spring Training: the Marlins offense stays silent no matter who they’re facing. Wednesday’s opponent was the Cardinals and left-handed starter Jordan Montgomery. The results were more of the same. #Marlins lineup: - Arráez leads … [Read more...] about STL 0, MIA 0; Trevor makes great impression in final spring start

Danis Sosa/Fish Stripes The Marlins were solidly represented this year, but which of their other players could be competing at the next WBC? The World Baseball Classic isn’t for everybody, but the just-completed fifth iteration of the tournament was the biggest one yet. We have arrived at a point that fans and participating athletes care more deeply about the outcome … [Read more...] about 8 Marlins players who could make World Baseball Classic debuts in 2026

Danis Sosa/Fish Stripes Today’s Marlins news roundup also includes various injury updates. Marlins Game Coverage Marlins Podcast Episodes Samurai Japan won their third World Baseball Classic title, beating Team USA, 3-2. The championship game had a storybook ending as Shohei Ohtani struck out Angels teammate Mike Trout to clinch it. Ohtani was named MVP of the … [Read more...] about Offishial news, 3/22/23: WBC reaction; how to get fans to return for Marlins games