http://mlb.mlb.com/news/index.jsp?c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Florida Marlins News http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091121&content_id=7698304&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:55:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091121&content_id=7698304&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Marlins' Johnson facing one-year deal A couple of conversations that lasted roughly a half-hour appear to have changed Josh Johnson's long-term future with the Marlins. Joe Frisaro http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091120&content_id=7696610&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:16:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091120&content_id=7696610&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Extension unlikely for Marlins ace It turns out the Marlins and Josh Johnson will not come to terms on a long-term extension this offseason. And because of that, the promising right-hander's days in South Florida could be numbered. Alden Gonzalez http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091120&content_id=7692668&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:20:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091120&content_id=7692668&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Marlins brass tour Target Field With Target Field in Minnesota set to open next spring, members of the Marlins' front office recently toured the stadium to get some ideas for the opening of their new park in 2012. Joe Frisaro http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091120&content_id=7695168&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:51:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091120&content_id=7695168&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Marlins add five to fill up 40-man roster In anticipation of the Rule 5 Draft on Dec. 10, the Marlins filled up their 40-man roster on Friday, adding right-handers Jose Ceda, Jay Buente, Brett Sinkbeil and Kris Harvey, as well as outfielder Scott Cousins. Alden Gonzalez http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091120&content_id=7693694&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:49:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091120&content_id=7693694&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Marlins unveil Spring Training schedule The Marlins announced their Spring Training schedule on Friday, a 33-game exhibition slate that will see them play the Red Sox, Mets, Cardinals and the University of Miami, among others. Alden Gonzalez http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7686134&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7686134&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Marlins could fill gaps with free agents Though the Marlins will not be in the running for the big free-agent prizes, that doesn't mean they can't use the market to get into the playoffs for the first time since 2003. Alden Gonzalez http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7682012&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:39:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7682012&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Inbox: Meyer has bright Florida future In addition to the prospects of Dan Uggla, Marlins fans have the future of promising reliever Dan Meyer on their minds. Beat reporter Joe Frisaro tackles this and more in the Inbox. Joe Frisaro http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091117&content_id=7677078&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:42:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091117&content_id=7677078&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla First or third, Sanchez wants to succeed Rather than look ahead, Gaby Sanchez is focused on taking the necessary steps to becoming a big league regular. Joe Frisaro http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091115&content_id=7669422&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:09:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091115&content_id=7669422&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Coghlan named NL's top rookie The franchise with a knack for producing some of the best young talent in the Major Leagues has another gem to add to its resume -- Chris Coghlan, who was named NL Rookie of the Year on Monday. Alden Gonzalez http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091117&content_id=7675666&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091117&content_id=7675666&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Virtual Catalog kicks off holiday season The launching of the Virtual Catalog at the MLB.com Shop signals the official start to another season of holiday shopping. Mark Newman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091116&content_id=7675180&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:10:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091116&content_id=7675180&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Coghlan adds to Marlins' awards The franchise with a knack for producing some of the best young talent in the Major Leagues has another gem to add to its resume -- Chris Coghlan. Alden Gonzalez http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091116&content_id=7674322&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:34:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091116&content_id=7674322&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Beinfest expresses pride in Coghlan's feat Marlins president of baseball operations Larry Beinfest was especially proud of Florida frosh Chris Coghlan claiming NL ROY honors on Monday. Alden Gonzalez http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091115&content_id=7668650&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Sun, 15 Nov 2009 10:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091115&content_id=7668650&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Inbox: Any moves on the horizon? Why don't the Marlins try to trade for Adrian Gonzalez? Is there any chance the team brings back the teal uniforms in the new stadium? Beat reporter Joe Frisaro answers these questions and more in the latest Inbox. Joe Frisaro http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091113&content_id=7662090&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:46:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091113&content_id=7662090&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla New stadium creating jobs in Miami In a down economy, the new Marlins stadium is creating job growth in Miami. Currently there are 220 workers on site, and more than 1,000 will be employed by the middle of 2010. Joe Frisaro http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091112&content_id=7658162&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:49:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091112&content_id=7658162&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Hanley wins second Silver Slugger On Thursday, Hanley Ramirez was singled out for his slugging abilities, as the Marlins' All-Star shortstop won his second consecutive Silver Slugger Award. Joe Frisaro http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091111&content_id=7652450&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:59:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091111&content_id=7652450&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Inbox: How close to playoff return? How far away are the Marlins from winning? Who will be the closer next season? Joe Frisaro answers these questions and more in his Inbox. Joe Frisaro http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091109&content_id=7643302&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Mon, 09 Nov 2009 17:13:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091109&content_id=7643302&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Maybin's shoulder surgery a success Down the stretch, Cameron Maybin was hindered by a sore left shoulder. The 22-year-old underwent surgery to repair a partially torn labrum in his left shoulder. Joe Frisaro http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091110&content_id=7649500&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:22:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091110&content_id=7649500&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Marlins' Petersen productive in Mesa Bryan Petersen boosted his Arizona Fall League average to .419 by going 3-for-4 with four RBIs in the Solar Sox's 6-4 win over the Surprise Rafters on Tuesday afternoon. Paige Schector http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091109&content_id=7643230&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:48:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091109&content_id=7643230&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Marlins giving Penn another look The Marlins are planning on taking another look at right-hander Hayden Penn. The team on Monday announced it had selected the contract of the 25-year-old, who spent most of the year at Triple-A. Joe Frisaro http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091109&content_id=7643792&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:53:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091109&content_id=7643792&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Buente showing Marlins his stuff Right-handed Marlins prospect Jay Buente struck out five batters in two innings to help the Mesa Solar Sox edge the Scottsdale Scorpions, 3-2, on Monday afternoon. Danny Wild http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091106&content_id=7634218&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:31:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091106&content_id=7634218&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Johnson, Calero file for free agency Nick Johnson formally filed for free agency on Friday, along with reliever Kiko Calero, who became a valuable performer in the back end of the bullpen. Joe Frisaro http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091106&content_id=7633410&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:50:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091106&content_id=7633410&vkey=news_fla&fext=.jsp&c_id=fla&partnerId=rss_fla Marlins add four coaches to staff 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. Joe Frisaro