Orioles Claim Jorge Lopez From Marlins
2023/09/orioles-claim-jorge-lopez-from-marlins.htmlJordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reported earlier today that Lopez looked like the odd man out on the Marlins' roster in some capacity, as the Fish needed to create roster space for Johnny Cueto's activation from the 15-day injured list. … While the Orioles front office took some heat at the time for dealing an All-Star closer (or being deadline sellers in general) when the club was contending for a playoff spot, those criticisms have certainly diminished given Cano's breakout and Lopez's lack of success basically since the moment he left Camden Yards.
Looking For A Match In A Willson Contreras Trade
2022/06/cubs-trade-rumors-willson-contreras-astros-mets-giants-rays.htmlMarlins: Miami hoped to have addressed its catching need this winter when acquiring Jacob Stallings, but he's hitting .206/.271/.255 in his first season with the Fish. … Taking on Contreras pushes McCann to a backup role and deepens the lineup considerably -- both this summer as the Braves continue to heat up and climb in the standings and in the postseason, when they'll be facing off against better pitching than they see during the regular season.
LeBron James To Join Red Sox Ownership Group
2021/03/lebron-james-to-join-red-sox-ownership-group.htmlJames had his share of battles with the Boston Celtics when he was a member of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Miami Heat in the NBA's Eastern Conference, while the Celtics and Lakers have been longtime rivals.
Transaction Retrospection: Reds Rob Marlins
2020/03/transaction-retrospection-reds-rob-marlins.htmlHad the Castillo aspect of that deal gone through, it also would have blown up in Miami's face. … After a respectable first two seasons in Cincy, the heat-throwing Castillo truly came into his own in 2019.
Top 25 Offseason Trade Candidates
2019/11/top-trade-candidates-mlb-offseason.htmlBut that deal also proved the Miami organization is willing to trade from its stock of controllable arms in some scenarios. … Kennedy's stuff played way up in a relief role, as he pumped 95 mph heat and exhibited similar velo increases with his other offerings.
Early Trade Deadline Re-Assessment: NL West
2019/09/early-trade-deadline-re-assessment-nl-west.htmlOn the other side of that deal, it's fair to note that the 21-year-old Chisholm put his struggles behind him to finish with a strong .284/.383/.494 (156 wRC+) run after going into the Miami system. … Pomeranz has been useful in Milwaukee but is a pure rental; Black still hasn't shown his big heat can consistently retire MLB hitters.
Derek Dietrich Turns On The Power
2019/05/derek-dietrich-turns-on-the-power.htmlDietrich was typically a useful player in Miami across six seasons and 2,132 PA, combining respectable offense (.254/.335/.422 - good for a 109 wRC+) with an ability to line up at several positions. … And yet, pitchers have largely lived in Dietrich's hot zones, evidenced by this heat map via FanGraphs.
The Marlins’ Rotation Mix Is Getting Interesting
2019/05/the-marlins-rotation-mix-is-getting-interesting.htmlBrad Hand was another dearly departed pitcher, though he thrived as a reliever after failing to stick as a starter in Miami. … Jose Urena isn't turning in his best work right now, but has turned in two sub-4.00 ERA seasons and is still pumping 96 mph heat.
2018 Rule 5 Draft Update
2019/04/2018-rule-5-draft-update.htmlBiceps soreness drove Ferrell to the injured list, an injury that may ultimately make it somewhat easier for the Miami organization to hold onto his rights while limiting his immediate MLB exposure. … But they liked the upper nineties heat, which Garrett combines primarily with a cutter.
International Notes & Signings: Mesas, Gaston, O’s, Marlins, Dodgers, Gutierrez
2018/10/international-notes-signings-mesas-gaston-os-marlins-dodgers-gutierrez.htmland Sandy Gaston held a showcase in Miami for all 30 teams on Friday. … The 17-year-old did not rank among the top international prospects available at any of BA, MLB.com or FanGraphs, but Badler writes that Gutierrez is "a solid strike-thrower for his age" who "shows feel for his secondary pitches" and can bring 93 mph heat.
Mesa Brothers To Work Out For MLB Teams Next Week
2018/09/victor-victor-mesa-showcase-marlins-park.htmlBoth Baltimore and Miami have been linked to Victor Victor Mesa on numerous occasions, and Miami was at one point believed to be a top potential landing spot for Gaston as well. … Gaston's most appealing asset is the eye-popping velocity he's already shown at a young age -- he's already touched 100 mph, per Badler -- though that heat comes with red flags.
Top 50 MLB Trade Candidates
2018/06/top-50-mlb-trade-candidates.htmlMarlins - There's no question of the door being open to dealing, though it's not yet clear how many deadline moves the Miami organization will end up striking after a big offseason sell-off. … Ross is also bringing about 2 mph less heat with his fastball and not getting as many swings and misses (9.9%), but it's still a vast improvement over last year.
Braves Activate Dansby Swanson, Option Matt Wisler
2018/05/braves-activate-dansby-swanson-option-matt-wisler.htmlPerhaps, then, Johan Camargo could slide into a utility role while the club waits to see if Bautista can heat up to his career norms.
Offseason In Review: New York Mets
2018/03/offseason-in-review-new-york-mets-10.htmlThe 31-year-old Ramos, a midseason acquisition from Miami, also went backward after enjoying a few far better seasons as the Marlins' closer. … Harvey is still relatively young (Tuesday's his 29th birthday) and capable of bringing mid-90s heat, which he has done this spring, leading to hope that he's on the verge of a renaissance.
Free Agent/Trade Rumors: Cobb, Lynn, Nunez, Yelich, Ichiro
2018/01/free-agenttrade-rumors-cobb-lynn-nunez-yelich-ichiro.htmlBarry Jackson of the Miami Herald takes a look at the latest on Christian Yelich's trade market, reporting that the Marlins have informed Yelich's camp that they'll entertain offers on him but are not making any promises of a trade. … Also via Heyman, Eduardo Nunez is seeing his market "heat up" a bit.
Trade Chatter: Pitching Market, Nats, Quintana, Rangers, Rox, A’s
2017/06/trade-chatter-pitching-market-nats-quintana-rangers-rox-as.htmlWith the draft out of the way, trade talk should slowly begin to heat up in the coming weeks.
Quick Hits: Darvish, Marlins, Rays, Holland
2017/01/quick-hits-darvish-marlins-rays-holland.htmlThey come to me with a lot questions, and I'm encouraged to give my opinion proactively as well." Pare, for instance, was instrumental in Miami's decision to shift Christian Yelich from left field to center, which had Mattingly's support after he observed that Yelich fared better up the middle than Marcell Ozuna did in 2016. … Extension talks tend to heat up around spring training, which was the case last year between the Rangers and cornerstone third baseman Adrian Beltre.
D-Backs Nearing Extension With CEO Derrick Hall; Stewart Decision Unlikely Before End Of Season
2016/08/dbacks-derrick-hall-eight-year-extension.htmlIn an effort to take some of the heat off of his baseball ops department, Hall stressed that while La Russa and Stewart may be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the club, he plays a role in those decisions by having a say on final approval as well.
Phillies Claim Peter Bourjos, Lose Nefi Ogando To Marlins
2015/12/phillies-claim-peter-bourjos-waivers.htmlThe Marlins will look to harness his control in an effort to better translate his heat to missed bats and,…
Cafardo On Murphy, Price, Davis, Cueto
2015/10/david-price-chris-davis-johnny-cueto.html“In the heat of the negotiations and fearing someone else will get him, this will likely get beyond what everybody wants.
NL East Notes: Mets, Wheeler, Bour, Capps, Braves
2015/08/zack-wheeler-mets-call-alderson.htmlWith Mike Morse now traded, the Marlins will give Justin Bour every opportunity to stick at first base, writes Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald. … Sherman adds that Mets fans reminded ownership and the front office just how important those decisions were with a raucous crowd as the team swept the Nationals this weekend and created a dead heat in the NL East.
Heyman’s Latest: Kimbrel, Howard, Perez, Salty, Soriano, Cueto
2015/04/heymans-latest-kimbrel-howard-sal-perez-salty-soriano-cueto.htmlThe Padres trade didn't heat up until about four days before it was agreed upon, Heyman writes, with Hart even remaining in Orlando to finish negotiations rather than fly with the team to Miami at the end of Spring Training.
Gammons’ Latest: Braves, Sandoval, Monfort, Tomas, Padres
2014/09/gammons-latest-braves-sandoval-monfort-tomas-padres.htmlHall of Fame journalist and MLB Network contributor Peter Gammons appeared on MLBN's High Heat yesterday (video link) and published a full notes column today, both of which have plenty of excellent information.
NL Notes: Pirates, Phillies, Marlins
2014/08/nl-notes-pirates-phillies-marlins-2.html"Our owner, Jeffrey Loria, took a lot of heat for [the trade with Toronto]," says Marlins executive Michael Hill.
Marlins Promote Heaney; Slowey, Wolf Designated For Assignment
2014/06/marlins-designate-kevin-slowey-randy-wolf-for-assignment.htmlMiami will recall right-hander Anthony DeSclafani, outfielder Jake Marisnick and first baseman Justin Bour. … That plus heater is accompanied by a "wipeout" slider that Mayo and Callis grade as Heaney's best pitch, as well as a changeup that the duo describes as a "good third pitch." BA's scouting reports notes that his fastball can reach 97 mph when he needs the heat, but Heaney has learned that he pitches with better command when throwing in the 91 to 93 mph range.