Fish On First: A Miami Marlins podcast

Ely reacts to Monday's Marlins roster moves, which completed the Matt Joyce and Brandon Kintzler signings at the expense of Jarlin García and José Quijada. Two more players "inherited" from old ownership are now headed out the door, which begs the question: Who has survived the transition? The final segment of this episode identifies the few veterans and key prospects originally acquired under Jeffrey Loria's regime, and what it says about how the team-building philosophy has shifted.Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Ely (@RealEly) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MLB Opening Day can't get here soon enough. The Marlins, one move at a time, have assembled—by far—their most intriguing roster since this rebuild began. Ely rejoices over the pick-up of veteran right-hander Brandon Kintzler (1:10), checks in on some "old friends" remaining on the free agent market like Henderson Alvarez and David Phelps (17:45) and cautions fans not to overreact to preseason Top 100 prospects list, even those from the most revered outlets (38:10). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Ely (@RealEly) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Marlins continue to tinker with the edges of their 40-man roster. Ely reacts to the Austin Dean-Diowill Burgos trade (2:30), the James Tarpley-James Nelson trade (7:10) and the annual hitters camp in Jupiter (15:50). The rest of the episode browses through about 20 important dates during the 2020 calendar year that will influence how the Marlins manage their young talent and approach decisions about their future (21:00). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Ely (@RealEly) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the 2020 season debut of Earning Their Stripes, our show specializing in minor league coverage. Special guest Marlins left-hander Braxton Garrett reflects on his impressive 2019 campaign with the High-A Jupiter Hammerheads, shares some of the secrets behind his signature curveball and explains his reasons for being optimistic about the direction of the franchise. Follow Braxton Garrett (@BraxGarrett), Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Ely (@RealEly) on Twitter. Full coverage here at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trades! Not very impactful ones, though. Ely provides the Marlins' perspective regarding last week's Kyle Keller/José Estrada and Austin Brice/Angeudis Santos swaps (2:15), pays homage to recently DFA'd Austin Dean, who was drafted and developed by the organization (16:45), and insists that savings from the 2020 arbitration class should be applied to improving the bullpen (27:45). Brandon Kintzler, Jeremy Jeffress and Shawn Kelley are among the available relievers who make sense for the Fish. Finally, take a listen to Danny Martinez's new YouTube show, "Marlins Unfiltered" (49:30). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Ely (@RealEly) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hey, Marlins fans! On this episode of Fish Bites, Ely Sussman reacts to Starlin Castro signing with the NL East rival Washington Nationals (5:45), switch-pitcher Pat Venditte getting a shot to earn a bullpen spot (16:20) and Lewis Brinson winning a home run derby in the Bahamas (33:50). This Marlins offseason has garnered positive reviews from the fanbase and all across the baseball industry, so let's give credit where credit is due. President of baseball operations Michael Hill ought to be an extension candidate heading into the final year of his contract (48:20). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Ely (@RealEly) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All month, we have been anticipating that the Marlins would add a reliable outfield bat. They finally took the plunge on Saturday (pending a physical), signing free agent Corey Dickerson for two years and $17.5 million. What is his plate approach? Can he handle left-handed pitching? How did he win a 2018 NL Gold Glove award? And what does this mean for the rest of Miami's defensive alignment? Ely details Dickerson's full career path and skill set. Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Ely (@RealEly) on Twitter. Full coverage here at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our second-to-last podcast episode of 2019, Ely provides stats, biographical information and anticipated fit on the Marlins roster for each of the following minor league signings: Santiago Chávez (6:15), Gosuke Katoh (8:45), Ryan Lavarnway (12:55), Christian Lopes (16:00), BJ López (18:15), Matt Kemp (20:20), Brian Navarreto (27:10), Aaron Northcraft (31:45) and Josh A. Smith (35:05). With these new faces in mind, how will the Fish fill out their 26-man roster heading into Opening Day? We take an educated guess. Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Ely (@RealEly) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ian Smith conducts an exclusive interview with Marlins LHP Alex Vesia. The former 17th-round draft pick struck out 100 batters in just 66 2/3 innings pitched during his first full professional season, ascending all the way up to Double-A Jacksonville. Vesia reminisces about dominating the Arizona Fall League, becoming an unlikely walk-off hero and more. Follow Alex (@Alex_Vesia) Ian (@FlaSmitty) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Marlins kept busy during the MLB Winter Meetings, adding a pair of right-handers into their 2020 bullpen mix and engaging agents and other teams regarding experienced outfielders. Aram Leighton brings on Wells Dusenbury, Marlins beat reporter for the Sun Sentinel, to analyze it all (2:30). Then, Ely reads aloud the responses from fans on Twitter who were asked to grade Miami's offseason transactions thus far (39:00). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Wells (@DuseReport), Aram (@AramLeighton8) and Ely (@RealEly) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What should Marlins fans expect from new acquisitions Jesús Aguilar and Jonathan Villar? Ely weighs in on both the hefty first baseman (3:10) and the versatile, top-of-the-order sparkplug (14:35). These additions forced the Fish to part ways with JT Riddle (30:50) and Tayron Guerrero (32:50), neither of whom realized their full potential in recent seasons. As the Winter Meetings get underway in San Diego, the Marlins should be shopping for experienced relievers and outfield help (48:00). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Ely (@RealEly) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What should the Marlins do with José Ureña, Adam Conley and JT Riddle prior to Monday night's non-tender deadline? Ely reviews their "platform year" performance from 2019 and makes recommendations to the front office (1;15). Then, Daniel De Vivo debuts on Fish Bites to share his updated Marlins top prospects list (33:00) and thoughts on the contentious MLB/MiLB negotiations over the Professional Baseball Agreement (51:00). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Daniel (@DanielDeVivo) and Ely (@RealEly) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Wei-Yin Chen finally purged from the Marlins roster, Ely reflects on his complicated tenure with the team (4:35) and what it means for future free agent pursuits (9:40). Aram Leighton makes his return to Fish Bites (11:30), conducting an exclusive interview with Blue Jays outfield prospect Griffin Conine (that's right, Jeff's son!). The 2019 Midwest League home run champion looks forward to his first full pro season, details his rollercoaster collegiate career and shares memories of growing up among major leaguers. Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Griffin (@Griffin_Co9), Aram (@AramLeighton8) and Ely (@RealEly) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Making his Earning Their Stripes debut, Spencer Morris joins Ethan and Ian to preview all of the key decisions facing the Marlins this offseason. The guys react to the Triple-A Wichita affiliate rebrand (2:25), identify key prospects who ought to be added to the 40-man roster to protect from Rule 5 Draft eligibility (4:20), shop for free agents to provide a boost to the major league lineup (13:00), and suggest a variety of trade targets from potential franchise cornerstones—Francisco Lindor and Mookie Betts—to intriguing role players (24:10). Follow Ethan (@GatorBait_Ethan), Ian (@FlaSmitty) and Spencer (@Spencer_711) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ely rounds up the week's Marlins developments (1:55), including rumors linking the team to top free agent outfielders and great player performances in the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico. Then, enjoy an excerpt from Ethan Budowsky's guest appearance on the Painting Corners Podcast (10:15). Ethan details how the key rebuilding trades have panned out on the field so far and what fans are expecting in 2020 and beyond. (Subscribe to Painting Corners Podcast for the full interview.) Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Ethan (@GatorBait_Ethan) and Ely (@RealEly) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Fish Stripes contributor LJ Garcia joins Ely (0:45) to explain how he would approach the 2019-20 offseason, and to discuss the recent news of Don Mattingly's Hall of Fame candidacy and Martín Prado's pending retirement. Closing in on the final holiday season of the 2010's, we reflect on what the Marlins accomplished (and failed to accomplish) during this decade. Ely creates a quiz (37:20) about the team's statistical leaders in various categories. Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Lino (@LJGarcia_fs) and Ely (@RealEly) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Marlins should be aiming for a 15-win improvement from last season, but they can't mortgage the future to do it. Ely attempts to thread the needle with carefully thought out 40-man roster maneuvers (6:00) and a handful of efficient free agent signings and trades (19:00). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Ely (@RealEly) on Twitter. Full coverage here at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the first time in more than a decade, Major League Baseball's World Series champion hails from the NL East division. Congrats to the Washington Nationals on their 2019 title. On this episode, Ely identifies key individuals on the team who have Marlins connections (1:55) and reminds you that the MLB postseason can be an unpredictable crapshoot.FOX Sports Florida's Kelly Saco joins the show for a fun, fascinating interview about her Miami upbringing and career progress (16:50). A Suncoast Regional Emmy nominee for her television reporting this season, Saco also became the first woman to ever work as an analyst on a Marlins radio broadcast.Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Kelly (@KellySaco) and Ely (@RealEly) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Salt River Rafters, featuring Marlins prospects Jerar Encarnación, Nick Neidert and Alex Vesia, clinched the 2019 Arizona Fall League championship on Saturday! On this new episode of Fish Bites, Ely analyzes their AFL production (2:48) and explains why the hiring of James Rowson as bench coach/offensive coordinator could have huge ramifications (14:10). The Ultimate Marlins Depth Charts series continues with a roundup of all the key catchers and first basemen within the organization (24:40). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Ely (@RealEly) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ely updates you on the 2019 MLB postseason (1:58), specifically the Marlins connections on the rosters of both the advancing and eliminated teams. With Giancarlo Stanton entering his 30s and Marcell Ozuna entering free agency, we revisit the decisions to trade them away and the performances of the players acquired in return (6:00). Then, after debuting the Ultimate Marlins Depth Charts series with right-handed pitchers on the previous episode, the analysis continues with southpaws (30:30). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Ely (@RealEly) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kicking off a new Fish Bites series, Ely identifies all of the notable right-handed pitchers in the Marlins organization (5:40). The 30-plus potential impact arms are separated into four tiers: current major leaguers (11:05), prospects slated for MLB debuts during the 2020 season (34:25), the next waves of talent for 2021 and beyond (46:15), and "curiosities" who don't fit neatly into the prior categories (53:03). From Sandy Alcantara to Evan Fitterer, learn more about the right-handers who will help the Fish turn the corner into a competitive team. Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Ely (@RealEly) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Unofficially launching Fish Stripes' 2020 MLB Draft coverage, Ian Smith and Ely Sussman are joined by Baseball America national writer Carlos Collazo (1:40). They discuss Marlins draft history, particularly the star-studded 2019 class (featuring JJ Bleday and Kameron Misner), plus all of the plausible candidates for the Fish to consider with their first-round pick next June. Ever wonder what a draft analyst does during these cold-weather months with limited game action? Collazo walks us through it. Follow Carlos (@CarlosACollazo), Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Ian (@FlaSmitty), Ely (@RealEly) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Podcasting has no offseason! Ely Sussman hosts the latest episode of Fish Bites. From Jon Berti's baserunning and Jarlin García's untouchable changeup to Lewis Brinson's homerless streak, we have handpicked Marlins season stats—both positive and negative—that encapsulate the team's most important developments in 2019 (3:20). Joining us for a rare interview (48:03), Marlins Chief Revenue Officer Adam Jones reflects on all of the "ballpark enhancements" that were implemented a year ago and his ambitious plans for 2020 and beyond. Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Ely (@RealEly) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresh off Sunday's season finale, it's time to hand out the hardware for the 2019 Fishys (5:25)! From "most disappointing" to "MVP," there were 11 award categories, voted on by the fans on FishStripes.com and Twitter. As covered in a new article, Marlins Park attendance perked up in the second year of the new rebuild (30:45), and it even compares favorably to 2017 figures when you focus on the paid, in-person turnout. Flawed as he may be, Don Mattingly remains in the manager's seat heading into 2020. The episode wraps up by identifying areas where he can improve (43:40). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marlins shortstop prospect Nasim Nuñez calls in from instructional league to tell Ethan and Ian about his experiences as a pro baseball player so far. The Collins Hill High School product credits his family for supporting his pursuit of this dream and his teammates for making him feeling welcome in this new environment. Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Nasim (@Diamonds_Nas23), Ethan (@ethanbudowsky) and Ian (@FlaSmitty) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shocked by the news of Don Mattingly's extension, Danny Martinez explains why he's being retained as Marlins manager despite all the losing over the past four seasons (2:40). More understandably, the team decided to lock in Miguel Rojas, one of their most valuable all-around players (15:20). We wrap up with some fascinating Isan Díaz stats (23:15). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Danny (@DannyM_MIA) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In their first season as a Marlins MiLB affiliate, the Low-A Clinton LumberKings made a deep playoff run. Erik Oas, the team's director of broadcasting and media relations, speaks to Ely and Ethan about the transition from Mariners to Marlins affiliation (5:30), dealing with harsh climate early in the season (8:45) and what makes Mike Jacobs an effective manager (13:00). Individual prospects featured in the conversation include Connor Scott, Evan Edwards, José Devers, Jerar Encarnación, Alex Vesia and C.J. Carter. Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Ely (@RealEly), Ethan (@ethanbudowsky) and Erik (@erik_oas) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danny Martinez hosts Part I of our 2019 Fishys award coverage. Biggest surprise? Gold Glove? Most Valuable Player? We want our audience to weigh on all of the deserving Marlins players. Listen to this episode for background on each of the nominees (11:20), then cast your vote at either the Fish Stripes Twitter account or the homepage of the website. Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Danny (@DannyM_MIA) on Twitter. Full coverage here at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ely Sussman has all the key takeaways from the first week of September baseball. Garrett Cooper asserted himself as the Marlins Hitter of the Week (4:45), while Brian Moran and Sandy Alcantara shined on the mound (8:20). Fish Stripes recently unveiled our 2019 Marlins All-Minor League Team (12:00), featuring 20 of the most productive players on the farm this season. The roster is led by Isan Díaz, Sixto Sánchez and Edward Cabrera, but includes plenty of under-the-radar names who deserve your attention. In conclusion, we identify some key adjustments that Alcantara has recently made and what to expect from him moving forward (48:00). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Ely (@RealEly) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danny urges everybody to be safe as Hurricane Dorian approaches (1:00). He touches on five steps that the Marlins must take heading into 2020 to present a more competitive product at the major league level (6:15), including real investment in veteran players and hiring Don Mattingly’s replacement. The advanced stats paint a mixed yet slightly encouraging picture of Isan Díaz as a major leaguer (32:30). Expect better results in September than we saw in August. Newly recalled Robert Dugger seized Pitcher of the Week honors in his Marlins Park debut (41:00). Meanwhile, Starlin Castro, Jorge Alfaro and Harold Ramirez all had offensive impact (44:50), though most of that production went for naught during a 1-6 week. Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Danny (@DannyM_MIA). Full coverage here at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recording for the final time during the 2019 Minor League Baseball regular season, Danny Martinez welcomes right-hander Nick Neidert for an exclusive interview (2:30). The Georgia native touches on everything from college football and knee injury rehab to the skill set that's made him one of the best prospects in a pitching rich Marlins farm system. Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Danny (@DannyM_MIA) and Nick (@NickNeidert) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our final episode of A-Ball with Erik Oas of the 2019 season, Miami Marlins outfield prospect Davis Bradshaw joins the podcast (12:10). The former 11th-round draft pick looks back at the decisions that led to a pro career, what he's been working on in Clinton, and the meaning of playoff baseball. With the LumberKings continuing their strong second-half play, we preview what remains of the regular season schedule (33:00). Follow Erik Oas (@erik_oas) on Twitter and listen to all LumberKings radio broadcasts on 100.3 WCCI. Follow Fish Stripes on Twitter (@fishstripes) and stick with FishStripes.com for full coverage of the Marlins farm system this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danny analyzes the upcoming September roster expansion and how the Marlins could and should use it (3:20). Jesús Sánchez, Monte Harrison and Jorge Guzman are among the sexiest call-up candidates, though none of them are believed to be likely selections. Manager Don Mattingly announced that second-year right-hander Pablo López is making his return from a shoulder strain on Monday night (16:25). As you're watching him in the rotation down the stretch, watch closely for three things: comfort, control and complete. All-Star Sandy Alcantara is the obvious Pitcher of the Week for Miami (36:01). Harold Ramirez, Starlin Castro and others contributed to a much-needed offensive explosion over the weekend (40:27). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Danny (@DannyM_MIA). Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Episode #21 of A-Ball, we have a pair of exclusive interviews: former AL MVP and Cy Young award winner Denny McLain (9:45) and current LumberKings first baseman Evan Edwards (16:57)! As the 2019 regular season winds to a close, we update the status of top run producer Peyton Burdick and other key Marlins prospects (38:00). Follow Erik Oas (@erik_oas) on Twitter and listen to all LumberKings radio broadcasts on 100.3 WCCI. Follow Fish Stripes on Twitter (@fishstripes) and stick with FishStripes.com for full coverage of the Marlins farm system this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the second-to-last Earning Their Stripes episode of the 2019 Minor League Baseball regular season! Danny, Ethan and Ian gush over the Double-A production from Marlins No. 1 prospect Sixto Sánchez (2:36) and pick which outfielders they expect to emerge from the farm system's surplus and stick in the big leagues (14:30). Monte Harrison, Jesús Sánchez and Víctor Mesa Jr. are among the personal favorites of the pod. Top infield prospect Isan Díaz has struggled since being called up by the Fish, so the guys explain why he's too soon to panic (28:30). As if it's even possible to be "under the radar" with an 100+ mile-per-hour fastball, Jorge Guzman gets a few minutes in the spotlight (55:45). The conversation wraps up with some good-natured UM-UF trash talk heading into Saturday's massive college football season kickoff (1:02:00). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Danny (@DannyM_MIA), Ethan (@ethanbudowsky) and Ian (@FlaSmitty) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baseball in Miami isn't nearly as grim as some individuals make it seem. At the same time, there are some legitimate concerns about how new Marlins ownership has handled their rebuild so far. Revisiting one of his Fish Stripes articles, Danny lists his top 10 myths about the Marlins (3:35), followed by 10 things he would've done differently had he been in Derek Jeter's position (26:20). We wrap up the episode with pitcher and hitter performances of the week (55:40). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Danny (@DannyM_MIA). Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, 35th overall pick in the 2019 MLB Draft Kameron Misner joins the podcast (6:45). The University of Missouri product talks Clinton roots, the art of stealing bases and the talented team he's a part of. Then (26:00), we look at the streaking LumberKings, Peyton Burdick's bashing, and the playoff chase. Follow Erik Oas (@erik_oas) on Twitter and listen to all LumberKings radio broadcasts on 100.3 WCCI. Follow Fish Stripes on Twitter (@fishstripes) and stick with FishStripes.com for full coverage of the Marlins farm system this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In his eighth season as Director of Broadcasting and play-by-play announcer for the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp, Roger Hoover has had a first-hand look at future Marlins stars. Especially here in 2019, the Shrimp roster is loaded with high-ceiling, high-character talent. On this podcast episode, Ethan Budowsky chats with Hoover (2:50) about the team’s performance, featuring prospects Sixto Sánchez, Jazz Chisholm and Lewin Díaz, plus memories of Monte Harrison and Isan Díaz who passed through the Double-A level last summer. Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Ethan (@GatorBait_Ethan) and Roger (@Roger_Hoover) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Special format on Fish Bites this week as Danny spends a full 50 minutes exchanging Marlins takes with Jacob Carrion, an Archbishop McCarthy alum and current UCF student. Jacob describes how he became a fan of the team and why he "couldn't be more excited" about the direction that Derek Jeter is leading them (2:30). The guys update the growth taking place in the farm system (7:45) and what they've seen from Isan Díaz and Lewis Brinson since joining the active roster last Monday (15:10). Then, some predictions about which players will open the 2020 season in Miami (25:15). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Danny (@DannyM_MIA) and Jacob (@FishArmy305) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A full report on the Clinton LumberKings featuring one of their recent bright spots: right-hander Remey Reed (8:15). Working exclusively as a starter for the first time in his career within the Marlins organization, the 24-year-old discusses the importance of developing his changeup and how long absences due to shoulder and elbow injuries made him better equipped for pro ball. Follow Erik Oas (@erik_oas) on Twitter and listen to all LumberKings radio broadcasts on 100.3 WCCI. Follow Fish Stripes on Twitter (@fishstripes) and stick with FishStripes.com for full coverage of the Marlins farm system this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danny Martinez is back for regular Fish Bites hosting duty, and he's got a meaty conversation this week, explaining the consequences of the Marlins' trade deadline activity. On the eve of Isan Díaz's and Lewis Brinson's major league call-ups, what better time to update where we stand with the rebuilding process overall? Plus, handing out Pitcher and Hitter of the Week awards (44:40). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Danny (@DannyM_MIA) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danny, Ethan and Ian are back to analyze the surprising Zac Gallen/Jazz Chisholm challenge trade and the buzzer-beating Marlins/Rays trade that returned consensus Top 100 prospect Jesús Sánchez. What are the ceilings on these guys, and when should we expect their MLB debuts? Finally, we highlight talented lower-level pitchers who may be flying under the radar: right-handers Josh Roberson and Remey Reed and left-hander Luis Palacios. Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Danny (@DannyM_MIA), Ethan (@GatorBait_Ethan) and Ian (@FlaSmitty) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ely Sussman guest-hosts our first post-trade deadline episode, breaking down the impact that shortstop Jazz Chisholm and outfielder Jesús Sánchez can have on the Marlins organization (1:20). Looking forward, the team has an interesting challenge ahead with a handful of their highly touted prospects requiring 40-man roster spots to protect them from the Rule 5 Draft. Then, right-hander Cody Poteet calls in (6:45). A 25-year-old starter with Triple-A New Orleans, he reflects on the transition from college powerhouse UCLA to professional baseball, the critical adjustments he made to his delivery last summer and the support he gets from his wife, Madeline. Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Ely (@RealEly) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A full report on the Clinton LumberKings and their current second-half playoff run. The club will have to adjust following the promotion of starting center fielder Connor Scott to High-A Jupiter. Filling his shoes, 2019 Marlins draft pick Kameron Misner is joining the roster. Speaking of the draft, right-hander Tyler Kolek (No. 2 overall pick, 2014) joins the podcast (7:35). Kolek revisits how throwing 100-plus miles per hour changed the trajectory of his career, and what it took to return to competition following Tommy John and Thoracic Outlet surgeries. Follow Erik Oas (@erik_oas) on Twitter and listen to all LumberKings radio broadcasts on 100.3 WCCI. Follow Fish Stripes on Twitter (@fishstripes) and stick with FishStripes.com for full coverage of the Marlins farm system this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ely Sussman is on hosting duty this week to cover Saturday's "creative" trade involving Sergio Romo, Chris Vallimont and Lewin Díaz (1:48). Meanwhile, the Marlins went 4-2 on the field at the major league level, getting especially large contributions from Caleb Smith, Zac Gallen, Miguel Rojas and Harold Ramírez (14:13). Wells Dusenbury, Marlins beat reporter for the Sun Sentinel, joins the show for an extended interview on the inner workings of the franchise and the factors affecting long-term success on and off the field (19:28). Dusenbury is celebrating one full year on the Marlins beat, so he reflects on his most impactful reporting and how the grind of a MLB season compares to his expectations coming into the gig (42:13). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Wells (@DuseReport) and Ely (@RealEly) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We give a full report on the hottest team in the Midwest League, the Clinton LumberKings. The Marlins Low-A affiliate boasts an incredible 21-9 during the second half of the season. Then, catcher J.D. Osborne joins the podcast (8:45) to talk about his path from hockey to baseball, staying sharp despite irregular playing time, and his most embarrassing baseball memory. Follow Erik Oas (@erik_oas) on Twitter and listen to all LumberKings radio broadcasts on 100.3 WCCI. Follow Fish Stripes on Twitter (@fishstripes) and stick with FishStripes.com for full coverage of the Marlins farm system this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danny returns to the airwaves to take a thorough look at the state of the Marlins rebuild as we move deep into year two of it (5:00). How much talent is there in the farm system right now? What have the “peanuts” received for Christian Yelich, J.T. Realmuto and other All-Stars turned into? And is Brian Anderson an extension candidate? He touches on Miami’s trade candidates heading into next week’s deadline (22:40), plus how those players’ values are impacted by other pieces on the market. Then, Danny compares how these developments line up with the fans’ expectations (31:00). And finally, Zac Gallen and Garrett Cooper earn Pitcher and Hitter of the Week award recognition (40:30). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Danny (@DannyM_MIA) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A full report on the Clinton LumberKings includes highlighting the breakout bats of Connor Scott and Thomas Jones. Right-hander Zach Wolf has found his niche as closer. Plus, all the stolen bases have been playing a critical role in this extended LumberKings hot streak. Outfielder Peyton Burdick (9:30) joins the podcast to talk about the transition to professional baseball after being selected in the third round of the 2019 MLB Draft. We learn about his athletic roots, the tough choice he made as a three-sport athlete in high school, and discover our shared love of corn hole. Follow Erik Oas (@erik_oas) on Twitter and listen to all LumberKings radio broadcasts on 100.3 WCCI. Follow Fish Stripes on Twitter (@fishstripes) and stick with FishStripes.com for full coverage of the Marlins farm system this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Making the "spot start" on Fish Bites during Danny's wedding weekend, Ely ties a bow on the 2019 Marlins MLB Draft class (3:00). Top picks JJ Bleday and Kameron Misner both made their first visits to Marlins Park as professional players over the weekend. On this MLB trade deadline special, we emphasize how important it is for president of baseball operations Michael Hill to get fair value (8:00). Featured Marlins trade chips include Austin Brice (10:30), Starlin Castro (14:35), Jarlin García (19:50), Bryan Holaday (22:20), Trevor Richards (25:20), Miguel Rojas (29:15), Sergio Romo (33:40), Caleb Smith (37:15) and Neil Walker (41:30), with brief mentions of José Ureña, Hector Noesí, Curtis Granderson, Martín Prado and Wei-Yin Chen (46:20). (Sorry about the audio quality! Some slight technical difficulties. Shouldn't be an issue on any future episodes.) Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Ely (@RealEly) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A full LumberKings report on one of the hottest teams in the Midwest League. Previous podcast guest right-hander Jake Walters has earned his first professional win, while the rest of the team's pitching staff is in flux following a pair of roster moves. Josh Roberson is due to make his long-awaited return from the injured list in the coming days. Hitting coach Frank Moore joins us (8:30) to discuss his experiences in the Marlins organization, the evolution of offensive strategy in baseball, and the development of particular LumberKings this season. Follow Erik Oas (@erik_oas) on Twitter and listen to all LumberKings radio broadcasts on 100.3 WCCI. Follow Fish Stripes on Twitter (@fishstripes) and stick with FishStripes.com for full coverage of the Marlins farm system this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.