Johnson among hardest throwers in game
(Sun, 21 Mar 2010 18:41:00 EDT)
At 6-foot-7, 250-pounds, Josh Johnson is an imposing figure on the mound. He backs it up with one of the hardest fastballs in the game.

Marlins drop high-scoring affair to Nats
(Sun, 21 Mar 2010 16:15:00 EDT)
Opening Day starter Josh Johnson lasted 4 1/3 innings, giving up two runs on three hits in the Marlins' 9-7 loss to the Nationals on Sunday in Jupiter, Fla.

Marlins offer Jimenez back to Boston
(Sun, 21 Mar 2010 11:21:00 EDT)
After impressing the Marlins early in Spring Training, the Marlins determined Jorge Jimenez wasn't part of their plans, so they have decided to cut ties with the 25-year-old third baseman.

Seeking rotation spot, Volstad delivers
(Sat, 20 Mar 2010 16:33:00 EDT)
Maybe it wasn't exactly a sense of urgency, but Marlins righty Chris Volstad certainly understood the importance of his start on Saturday afternoon. In a 5-3 win over the Nationals, he stepped up with a solid five-inning performance.

Baker excited to return to game action
(Sat, 20 Mar 2010 18:03:00 EDT)
Sidelined with a right forearm muscle strain, Marlins catcher John Baker made his first Grapefruit League start behind the plate Saturday against the Nationals at Space Coast Stadium.

Maybin, Sanchez provide pop in victory
(Sat, 20 Mar 2010 16:00:00 EDT)
Cameron Maybin hit a pair of solo homers, Gaby Sanchez added a solo shot of his own and Chris Volstad tossed five strong innings as the Marlins defeated the Nationals, 5-3, on Saturday in Viera, Fla.

Catcher Hayes working hard, awaiting turn
(Sat, 20 Mar 2010 12:42:00 EDT)
It's a familiar saga for aspiring catching prospects. Typically, before they make their big league leap, they spent plenty of time paying their dues in the Minor Leagues. The Marlins' Brett Hayes is on a similar career path.

Marlins score six runs in first vs. Cards
(Fri, 19 Mar 2010 16:34:00 EDT)
Behind seven hits in the first inning, the Marlins scored six times off the Cardinals. Chris Coghlan led off with a single, and he added an RBI single in the frame. Logan Morrison collected a two-run double, while Cody Ross had a two-run single.

Sanchez on target to be third starter
(Fri, 19 Mar 2010 17:12:00 EDT)
The way the 26-year-old from Maracay, Venezuela, is throwing, there is no reason to believe Anibal Sanchez won't be the Marlins' No. 3 starter. He took another step toward winning the job on Friday with his efficient five-inning outing.

Marlins support stadium investigation
(Fri, 19 Mar 2010 20:30:00 EDT)
From the moment the Marlins' new A recent investigation by Miami-Dade County's Small Business Department (SBD) is alleging one of the firms hired to build the Marlins' new stadium may be in violation of the agreement to employ South Florida residents.

Morrison won't let pressure distract him
(Fri, 19 Mar 2010 16:04:00 EDT)
If Logan Morrison's mind has drifted at times in Marlins camp, it's understandable. The touted left-handed first baseman is trying to win a big league starting job.

Bullpen jobs filling up fast for Marlins
(Fri, 19 Mar 2010 16:24:00 EDT)
Although there is still plenty of time left in Spring Training, some front-runners have emerged for the Marlins bullpen. On Friday morning, manager Fredi Gonzalez said -- as of right now -- it looks as if perhaps only one reliever spot remains to be filled.

Talent overflows Marlins' team of decade
(Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 EDT)
With the assistance of team officials, MLB.com has put together the Marlins All-Decade team, which includes players who wore the Florida uniform from 2000-09.

Under the lights, Nolasco's stuff electric
(Thu, 18 Mar 2010 23:16:00 EDT)
Ricky Nolasco says he elevates his game "under the lights," and in the Marlins' only night game of the spring, he was lights-out, striking out seven in five stellar innings.

Marlins, Mets to play series in Puerto Rico
(Thu, 18 Mar 2010 17:23:00 EDT)
Major League Baseball announced Thursday the Florida Marlins and New York Mets are switching their three-game set on June 28-30 from Miami to San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Nolasco solid in Marlins' loss to Mets
(Thu, 18 Mar 2010 22:10:00 EDT)
Ricky Nolasco started Wednesday's outing with four perfect innings before allowing a two-run homer in the fifth, and then Renyel Pinto allowed another homer in a 5-2 loss to the Mets.

Hensley making Marlins' rotation bid
(Wed, 17 Mar 2010 17:00:00 EDT)
Move over Jorge Jimenez. You are no longer the only dark horse to make the Marlins. Righty Clay Hensley has a shot to win a rotation spot, and if that isn't in the cards, he also could be a bullpen option.

Maybin, Cantu return to lineup vs. Braves
(Wed, 17 Mar 2010 17:45:00 EDT)
Jorge Cantu was sidelined for three days with a stomach virus. On Wednesday, he and Cameron Maybin wer back against the Braves in the Marlins' 4-2 loss at Roger Dean Stadium.

Puerto Rico expected to host Mets, Marlins
(Wed, 17 Mar 2010 18:42:00 EDT)
A June series between the Mets and Marlins will be moved from Miami to Puerto Rico, according to a report by the Associated Press on Wednesday.