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Time on DL takes toll on injured Marlins

Published: August 22, 2011

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Players on the disabled list endure tough early-morning sessions trying to get their bodies fit for action again. But the mental aspect of rehab can't be overlooked.
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First, ninth innings tough as Marlins fall

Published: August 21, 2011

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Mike Stanton and Mike Cameron homered, but Anibal Sanchez and Florida were once again hit early, giving up three first-inning runs, and fell to the Padres.
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Marlins unable to cash in against Padres

Published: August 19, 2011

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The Marlins missed numerous chances, going 1-for-12 with runners in scoring position while leaving 12 on base. San Diego, meanwhile, capitalized on a two-run homer by Kyle Blanks and an RBI single from Jason Bartlett to claim a 4-3 win in front of 26,065 on Friday night at PETCO Park.
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Coghlan optioned after rehab assignment stint

Published: August 19, 2011

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The Marlins on Friday morning announced that the center fielder has returned from his rehab assignment, and he was reinstated from the disabled list. The team also has optioned the 26-year-old Triple-A New Orleans.
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Volstad looks to even series with Padres

Published: August 19, 2011

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Red-hot rookie first baseman Jesus Guzman will face Marlins right-hander Chris Volstad as San Diego hosts Florida on Friday night at PETCO Park.
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Choate is Marlins' latest DL addition

Published: August 18, 2011

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Marlins lefty Randy Choate was placed on the 15-day disabled list on Thursday with left elbow inflammation. Filling the roster spot is right-hander Chris Hatcher.
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LoMo good for baseball in milder doses

Published: August 18, 2011

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It isn't really pitch selection or outfield defense that Logan Morrison is working on while playing for Triple-A New Orleans — it's learning how to toe that thin line between brutally honest and inappropriate.
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Top pick Fernandez works out for Marlins

Published: August 18, 2011

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Jose Fernandez, the Marlins' 2011 first-round Draft pick, threw off flat ground Thursday at the team's Spring Training home and, after a bullpen session Friday, could make his pro debut next week.
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Nolasco endures rare struggle at Coors Field

Published: August 18, 2011

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Ricky Nolasco allowed a franchise-high 11 runs in three innings, and the Rockies breezed to a 12-5 victory to take two of three in the series at Coors Field.
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LoMo tweaks groin in Minor League game

Published: August 17, 2011

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Logan Morrison, who was optioned to Triple-A New Orleans on Saturday, left Wednesday's game after tweaking his groin.
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Choate dealing with sore left elbow

Published: August 17, 2011

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The Marlins are facing the possibility of being without their best weapon against left-handed hitters. Lefty relief specialist Randy Choate is dealing with a sore left elbow, and he is returning to South Florida to undergo an MRI.
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Marlins place Sanches on DL, activate Webb

Published: August 17, 2011

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The Marlins placed Brian Sanches on the 15-day disabled list Wednesday with a right elbow strain and activated fellow reliever Ryan Webb from the DL.
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Anibal ends long drought; Marlins top Rox

Published: August 16, 2011

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Anibal Sanchez allowed three runs — all solo homers — and struck out seven in eight innings, and the Marlins held down the Rockies, 6-5, in front of 36,136 at Coors Field on Tuesday night.
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Mujica feels better after straining lat

Published: August 16, 2011

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Edward Mujica spent Tuesday treating his strained right lat. The Marlins right-handed reliever exited in the eighth inning on Monday after he felt some discomfort throwing a 2-0 pitch to Colorado's Jason Giambi.
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Marlins reach agreement with top pick

Published: August 16, 2011

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About an hour before the signing period ended on Monday, the Marlins reached agreement with first-round Draft pick Jose Fernandez.
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Villanueva very efficient for Zephyrs

Published: August 16, 2011

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Marlins can't close out Rox, fall on homer

Published: August 15, 2011

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Carlos Gonzalez delivered a game-tying, two-out RBI double and Jason Giambi belted a three-run walk-off homer that lifted the Rockies to a 7-4 win over the Marlins in front of 32,175 at Coors Field.
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Marlins reach deal with first-round Draft pick

Published: August 15, 2011

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About an hour before a 12:01 a.m. ET deadline, the Marlins on Monday night reached agreement with first-round Draft pick Jose Fernandez.
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McKeon manages 2,000th Major League game

Published: August 15, 2011

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At age 80, Jack McKeon has reached yet another milestone. On Monday night at Colorado, he managed his 2,000th big league game.
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Marlins glad to get out of town, visit Colorado

Published: August 14, 2011

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After losing nine of their last 10 games at home, the Marlins hit the road for a seven-game trip, starting Monday in Colorado.
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Volstad, Marlins can't keep Giants in the park

Published: August 14, 2011

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Chris Volstad had not pitched in the Majors since July 22, and his return to the big leagues on Sunday did not go the way he envisioned.
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Gaby improves immensely at first base

Published: August 14, 2011

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Marlins first baseman Gaby Sanchez is one of the hardest working players on the team, and manager Jack McKeon believes that work ethic is a big reason why Sanchez has made such huge strides defensively this season.
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Marlins option LoMo, release veteran Helms

Published: August 13, 2011

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Following Saturday's 3-0 loss to the Giants, the Marlins optioned Logan Morrison to Triple-A New Orleans and released veteran infielder Wes Helms.
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Sharp Javy lacks help from hitters, defense

Published: August 13, 2011

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While Florida starter Javier Vazquez was good, San Francisco ace Tim Lincecum was excellent in a 3-0 Giants win before 25,013 at Sun Life Stadium.
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Hamstring strain sends Dominguez back to DL

Published: August 13, 2011

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Things seemed to be turning around for Marlins top prospect Matt Dominguez. He was 12-for-21 with nine RBIs over his last five games before bad luck struck again.
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Nolasco bears down to subdue Giants

Published: August 12, 2011

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Overcoming a first-inning homer allowed to Pablo Sandoval, Ricky Nolasco scattered six hits and struck out four over eight innings Friday night and the Marlins held off the Giants, 2-1, at Sun Life Stadium.
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Pitching the difference in Marlins' home woes

Published: August 12, 2011

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Starting pitching is one of the key reasons why the Marlins have such a disparity in their overall record. At home, the Marlins are 24-39, compared to a 31-23 record on the road.
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Marlins come back 3 times, but lose to Mets 7-6 (AP)

Published: July 22, 2011

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Three comebacks, two home runs and a bit of daring baserunning weren’t enough for the Florida Marlins. A rocky start, missed scoring chances and two errors proved costly Friday in a 7-6 loss to the New York Mets. Florida erased deficits of 3-0, 4-3 and 5-4, but could never get the lead. “I was happy [...]


Wright leads Mets past Marlins 7-6 (AP)

Published: July 22, 2011

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Playing for the first time in two months, David Wright looked rusty celebrating his success. The five-time All-Star made a halfhearted attempt at the claw, the high-five-style gesture the New York Mets have adopted when they reach base. Wright looked more comfortable when he swung, and his two RBI doubles Friday helped beat the Florida [...]


Hensley, Capuano meet for second time this week

Published: July 22, 2011

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Saturday's pitching matchup between the Mets and Marlins may seem familiar, because when the two teams met for Monday's rainout makeup game in New York, starters Chris Capuano and Clay Hensley both took the mound. Because of the way the schedule falls, the pitchers will meet again Saturday in Miami.
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Marlins battle back, but can't overtake Mets

Published: July 22, 2011

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The Mets jumped out to a three-run lead, and then were able to rebound on David Wright's second RBI double of the night to hold off the Marlins, 7-6, in front of 21,304 on Friday night at Sun Life Stadium.
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Florida Marlins just can’t seem to beat the San Diego Padres: A fan’s take (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

Published: July 22, 2011

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Two-and-a-half hour rain delays won’t be a problem for the Florida Marlins like they were Thursday in their 5-3 loss to the San Diego Padres when they move into their new retractable-roof ballpark next year, and, hopefully, finding a way to beat the team from Southern…
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Marlins can't recover from pre-delay deficit

Published: July 21, 2011

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Javier Vazquez struggled in the first inning before a long rain delay, and the Marlins couldn't overcome the early deficit, as they fell to the Padres, 5-3, Thursday afternoon to complete a three-game sweep in front of 27,143 at Sun Life Stadium.
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Volstad, Marlins ready to face new-look Mets

Published: July 21, 2011

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It's only been a few days, but the Marlins know they'll be seeing a much different Mets team when the two clubs meet this weekend at Sun Life Stadium.
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Ludwick, Guzman power Padres to 14-3 win (AP)

Published: July 21, 2011

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Editors: The game between the San Diego Padres and the Florida Marlins is delayed because of rain in the second inning. The Padres lead 3-0. AP Sports
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Josh Beckett’s top five career accomplishments: A fan’s opinion (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

Published: July 21, 2011

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Along with having an excellent 2011 season, Josh Beckett has been one of the greatest pitchers of the 21st century and has many career accomplishments. Here are his top five career accomplishments: Statistics are current as of July 21, 2011.
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Mujica, former Padres catch up with old mates

Published: July 21, 2011

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Five former Padres can be found in the Marlins' clubhouse: manager Jack McKeon, pitchers Edward Mujica, Ryan Webb and Clay Hensley and outfielder Mike Cameron.
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LoMo sees Marlins 'learning on the run'

Published: July 21, 2011

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Logan Morrison compared the Marlins' June swoon to that of a speed bump that puts one's car out of alignment. Ever since finishing the month 5-23, however, the team has gone 11-6 in July and has won 13 of 19 games since June 29.
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Vazquez trying to continue hot hurling in finale

Published: July 20, 2011

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The Padres and Marlins will close out a three-game series on Wednesday at Sun Life Stadium, where San Diego will try to finish the sweep after outscoring Florida, 18-3, over the first two contests.
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Outfielder Petersen takes hill to save 'pen

Published: July 20, 2011

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Marlins outfielder Bryan Petersen made his Major League pitching debut in the ninth inning Wednesday with Florida trailing the Padres, 14-3, and worked a scoreless frame.
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Bullpen fails Cubs’ Garza in 4-2 loss to Phillies (PA SportsTicker)

Published: July 19, 2011

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By ANDREW SELIGMAN AP Sports Writer
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Tough-luck Nolasco, Harang eye support in Miami

Published: July 19, 2011

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Compiling an 11-5 record thus far in July, compared to a dismal 5-23 mark in June, the Marlins are beginning to realize something — it's always more fun when you win.
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Marlins held in check behind Anibal

Published: July 19, 2011

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Anibal Sanchez's winless skid extended to seven starts as the Marlins fell to the Padres, 4-0, on Tuesday night in front of 17,101 at Sun Life Stadium.
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Ramirez, Pena homer as Cubs beat Phillies 6-1 (PA SportsTicker)

Published: July 18, 2011

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Rodrigo Lopez figured this wasn’t going to be an easy night. He just made it look that way.
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Hensley leads Marlins' three-hitter vs. Mets

Published: July 18, 2011

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In his first start in a little under three years, and his first appearance since June 1, Florida's Clay Hensley didn't look the least bit rusty Monday night at Citi Field.
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Anibal set for duel against Padres

Published: July 18, 2011

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Tim Stauffer heads to the mound for the Padres and will likely find himself dueling with Anibal Sanchez as San Diego takes on the Marlins on Tuesday.
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Edward Mujica fell asleep during a game … So what? (Yahoo! Sports)

Published: July 18, 2011

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Let he who has not snuck some sleep while watching the Chicago Cubs play baseball cast the first stone. That’s all I have to say about this mini-hubbub that erupted over the weekend when Florida Marlins reliever Edward Mujica fell … Continue reading →
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Cubs manager Quade fumes over ump’s call (Yahoo! Sports)

Published: July 17, 2011

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The Chicago Cubs reached a new low of 20 games under .500 (38-58) Sunday with a 7-5 loss to the Florida Marlins. Afterward, Chicago manager Mike Quade took out his frustration on the umpires. It looked as if the Cubs were victimized in the Marlins’ three-run eighth, when second…
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Wood struggles as Cubs lose 7-5 to Marlins (AP)

Published: July 17, 2011

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The Chicago Cubs thought Brett Hayes was out. Hayes thought he was safe, and second base umpire Lance Barrett agreed. Good thing for the Florida Marlins that Barrett had the final call. Hayes scored the go-ahead run on Greg Dobbs’ bases-loaded walk in Florida’s three-run eighth inning, and the Cubs lost 7-5 at Wrigley Field [...]


Marlins make most of favorable call vs. Cubs

Published: July 17, 2011

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Greg Dobbs homered and drove in three runs, Hanley Ramirez homered, and Logan Morrison delivered a two-run single in the eighth inning that helped push the Marlins to a 7-5 win over the Cubs in front of 37,634 on Sunday at Wrigley Field.
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