Marlins, MLB join for youth academy
(Wed, 07 Jan 2009 19:45:00 EDT)
Under a tent, and across from acres of undeveloped land, Major League Baseball and the Marlins joined together with the city of Hialeah on Wednesday afternoon to announce that this will be the grounds of an MLB Urban Youth Baseball Academy in South Florida.

Marlins reach deal with Kensing
(Wed, 07 Jan 2009 19:58:00 EDT)
Reliever Logan Kensing avoided arbitration by signing a one-year deal with the Marlins on Wednesday.

Marlins, Proctor finalize one-year deal
(Tue, 06 Jan 2009 15:20:00 EDT)
After reaching agreement late last week, the Marlins on Tuesday announced they've signed 32-year-old right-hander Scott Proctor to a one-year contract.

Vote forthcoming on Marlins' new home
(Tue, 06 Jan 2009 13:44:00 EDT)
The Marlins' new ballpark project is closer than ever to being finalized, and January may finally put to rest the team's efforts for more than a decade to finally have its stadium deal done.

Marlins, MLB to open youth academy
(Tue, 06 Jan 2009 12:41:00 EDT)
With the Marlins closer than ever to finalizing remaining documents on the construction of their ballpark, the Major League Baseball is stepping forward with its commitment to open an Urban Youth Baseball Academy in Miami-Dade County.

Marlins still face challenges
(Mon, 05 Jan 2009 00:01:00 EDT)
Although the calendar has turned and a new year has arrived, the Marlins still face many of the same challenges and objectives with Spring Training looming.

Proctor agrees to terms with Marlins
(Fri, 02 Jan 2009 10:23:00 EDT)
A baseball source confirmed that right-handed reliever Scott Proctor, who turned 32 on Friday, has agreed to terms with the Marlins.

Florida focused on pitching, defense
(Thu, 01 Jan 2009 10:00:00 EDT)
The Marlins might not have as many homers in 2009, but their added commitment to pitching and defense could help them improve on a strong '08 campaign.

Hendrickson takes his act to Baltimore
(Wed, 31 Dec 2008 18:07:00 EDT)
Familiarity and family were a couple of reasons why Mark Hendrickson decided to sign with the Orioles. After reaching agreement earlier this week, the 34-year-old left-hander officially signed with the Orioles on Wednesday.

Marlins hoping to sign Turnbow
(Tue, 30 Dec 2008 10:15:00 EDT)
The Marlins are one of three finalists seeking the services of reliever Derrick Turnbow. The right-hander, who is striving to overcome injuries and control troubles, has been on Florida's radar for a while. The team's interest has been to see if it can sign Turnbow to a Minor League contract with an invitation to Spring Training.

Dawson looks again to soar into Hall
(Sun, 28 Dec 2008 10:00:00 EDT)
Andre Dawson received 358 votes, or 65.9 percent, last year in Hall of Fame balloting. After eight years, will this be the year "The Hawk" is elected to baseball immortality?

Marlins defy experts in 2008
(Fri, 26 Dec 2008 10:00:00 EDT)
Picked by many to endure a tough year, the low-payroll Marlins slugged their way toward a surprising season, staying in the thick of the race for much of '08.

Hendrickson, O's agree to deal
(Mon, 29 Dec 2008 18:49:00 EDT)
Multiple sources are reporting that the Orioles have reached an agreement with southpaw Mark Hendrickson, a veteran who could help flesh out Baltimore's starting rotation.

Former Marlin Nelson lands with Rays
(Wed, 24 Dec 2008 22:02:00 EDT)
Joe Nelson, formerly of the Marlins, will stay close to home after agreeing to a deal with the Rays. Nelson's one-year deal is a flat $1.3 million, pending completion of his physical. Nelson, who is out of the state for the holidays, is expected to take his physical after Christmas and before New Year's Day.

Holidays keep Johnson on the move
(Wed, 24 Dec 2008 10:00:00 EDT)
Home for the holidays for Josh Johnson often means spending time in two places. This year will be no different for the Marlins right-hander, who will spend Christmas Eve in Oklahoma, wake up early on Christmas morning and fly to California.

Marlins play spoiler on Baseball's Best
(Tue, 23 Dec 2008 23:58:00 EDT)
Every day from now to Spring Training, MLB.com/Live will air classic games on Baseball's Best</a></b>. The Marlins' win in the final game at Shea Stadium can be seen on Wednesday at 3 p.m. ET.

Marlins grace silver screen in 'Marley'
(Tue, 23 Dec 2008 14:57:00 EDT)
The comedy "Marley & Me" is being released on Dec. 25, and a couple of scenes in the movie that stars Owen Wilson, Jennifer Aniston and a Labrador Retriever named Marley were shot during a Marlins' game at Dolphin Stadium.

Mailbag: Could Ramirez move to left?
(Mon, 22 Dec 2008 10:00:00 EDT)
Will Hanley Ramirez ever switch positions? Marlins beat reporter Joe Frisaro tackles this question and many more in this week's Marlins mailbag.

Miami ready for a 'Classic' tournament
(Fri, 19 Dec 2008 15:06:00 EDT)
The 2009 World Baseball Classic will feature Round 2 games in the diverse city of Miami. In all, six games will take place from March 14-18 at Dolphin Stadium, home of the Florida Marlins.