Fish On First: A Miami Marlins podcast

ETS is back to react to Sunday's All-Star Futures Game in Cleveland (1:50). The Marlins earned three selections: right-hander Sixto Sánchez, second baseman Isan Díaz and outfielder Monte Harrison (sidelined with wrist injury). Ethan makes the compelling case that Díaz is ready for a big league call-up now (11:30). The 2019-20 international signing period opened last Tuesday (21:15) with the Fish scooping up 11 amateur players from a handful of countries. More recent standouts in this farm system include outfielder Milton Smith II, left-hander Trevor Rogers and unhittable rookie Jordan Yamamoto (34:45). Ian selects Chris Vallimont (45:40) and Eddy Alvarez (46:30) for his pitcher and hitter of the week awards. Shortstop Nasim Nuñez and outfielder Víctor Mesa Jr. are quickly developing great chemistry with one another in the Gulf Coast League (49:00), while speedy Wright State product J.D. Orr could be the biggest steal of the Marlins draft class (54:00). 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.

Danny explains why it's so important to see the Marlins take an active approach to international free agency with the opening of the 2019-20 signing period last week (4:20), and how the major league team transformed from the first quarter of the season to the second quarter (10:00). He urges fans to be patient with the anemic offense (14:50), while highlighting Jordan Yamamoto as the Marlins pitching performance of the week (17:15). This episode's special guest is Dr. Ronald W. Cox, a professor teaching political science at Florida International University (24:15). A longtime member of the Fish Stripes audience, he reflects on everything from the beginning of the Marlins franchise to the direction that they're heading in under new ownership. Aside from the several history books in his name, Dr. Cox authored Free Agency and Competitive Balance in Baseball with McFarland & Company in 2005. It is available on Amazon in paperback. Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Danny (@all_right_Miami) 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 hottest Marlins minor league affiliate, the Clinton LumberKings (0:40). Infielder Christopher Torres is igniting the offense while the pitching staff has consistently kept games within reach. Then, our guest Jake Walters (7:45) joins us to talk the cutter, coming out of the University of Alabama, and the beginning a pro career in 2019. 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 visit 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 outlines his timeline (6:00) for how the Marlins can go from the National League's worst record to postseason contender over the next few years. However, his sampling of the Fish Stripes audience finds that the majority of the fanbase is more patient (11:30). On the recently completed homestand, standout players include Elieser Hernandez (17:38) and hitters Miguel Rojas, Garrett Cooper, Harold Ramírez and Brian Anderson (21:38). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Danny (@all_right_Miami) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now in his 12th season as a Marlins radio broadcaster, Glenn Geffner calls in to discuss his career path (3:35), assess the state of the club's rebuild (8:20), get inside the mind of the fanbase (13:20), and distinguish between old and current Marlins ownership (19:55). Geffner also reflects on his signature moments behind the mic (27:40), specifically the game following the tragic death of superstar right-hander José Fernández. Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Danny (@all_right_Miami) and Glenn (@GlennGeffner) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The LumberKings welcome new additions to the roster (4:20), including 2019 MLB Draft picks Peyton Burdick and Evan Edwards. In the aftermath of losing their top starting pitchers to midseason promotions, the remaining arms have to adjust to different roles (5:50). Our guest this week, pitcher Tyler Mitzel (8:15), talks his insanely good changeup (10:15), coming out of South Dakota (16:00) and what the Marlins preach to all their minor league pitchers. 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 visit 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, Ethan and Ian are relieved to see the Marlins farm system bearing fruit in the majors (3:00), with Jordan Yamamoto and Zac Gallen earning rotation spots (5:30). The guys summarize a handful of key promotions within the system (12:00), including—but not limited to—Robert Dugger, Edward Cabrera, Chris Vallimont, Peyton Burdick and Evan Edwards. Ian reports findings from his in-person scouting of No. 1 prospect Sixto Sánchez last weekend (17:30). Plus, checking in with dynamic outfield talents Lewis Brinson and Víctor Víctor Mesa and their progress with New Orleans and Jupiter, respectively (25:00). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Danny (@all_right_Miami), 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.

Danny shouts out rookie starters Sandy Alcantara, Jordan Yamamoto and Zac Gallen (4:15) for their performances during the 5-2 Marlins road trip. Meanwhile, Brian Anderson and Garrett Cooper have been locking down the heart of the lineup and infield corners (13:00). The MLB news of the week was a zany, two-city proposal that would have the Rays playing home games in both Tampa Bay and Montreal. Danny makes it clear that the Marlins are not candidates for any sort of partial/full relocation for the foreseeable future (19:00). Our special guest this week is Danny's long-lost "brother from another mother" Kevin Smith (30:30). Their conversation touches on how Kevin's passion for baseball began at an early age and the critical role that starting pitching plays in building a sustainable contender. Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Danny (@all_right_Miami) and Kevin (@Smith31Kev) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danny, Ian and Ethan once again lead off the pod with recent MLB call-up Jordan Yamamoto (1:30), whose seven scoreless innings on Tuesday made some Marlins history. Then, they summarize the first-half excellence of potential ace Edward Cabrera (5:15). Ian and Ethan share experiences from seeing Cabrera, José Devers (who could remain on the injured list until August, according to Alex Carver of Fish On The Farm), Trevor Rogers and Jordan Holloway live at the Florida State League All-Star Game (15:45). Short Season A Batavia kicked off their 2019 season with several newly signed MLB Draft picks in the fold (20:30), particularly first baseman Evan Edwards. Lewis Brinson (25:50) gets some love for his progress at Triple-A. The episodes wraps up with our special segments (37:45). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Danny (@all_right_Miami), 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.

On Episode 12, we talk about the current LumberKings offensive slump and the crazy first-half performances from their players. Third baseman Bubba Hollins joins the podcast (10:10) to describe bouncing back from a recurring injury, growing up around baseball (17:00), and the how tennis skills apply to his current career. 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 visit 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.

Marlins right-hander Jordan Yamamoto (2:40) and slugger Garrett Cooper (8:40) earn Danny's Pitcher and Hitter of the Week honors. Cooper has established himself as a long-term candidate to fill the club's void at first base, remarkable considering the seemingly minor trade that brought he and Caleb Smith to Miami. But let's say this rebuild yields an amazing core and fan experience...is that enough to win back the support of this community? Impossible to know for sure (24:55). Loria did his best to burn those bridges. Die-hard Marlins fan Ed Sanabria is our special guest (34:37). He describes the frustrating search to connect with others who share his passion during these lean years. Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Danny (@all_right_Miami) and Ed (@Jolligator) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danny, Ian and Ethan react live to Jordan Yamamoto’s MLB debut (1:35) and examine the factors that led to the Marlins promoting him instead of alternatives like Zac Gallen. Then, they analyze the mixed results from top prospect Sixto Sánchez (16:50) and all-around excellence of Isan Díaz (21:40) and Edward Cabrera (27:30). That’s followed by an exclusive interview with Isan (33:17)! The star second baseman explains why he’s so proud to represent his native Puerto Rico, the bond he shares with Yamamoto, Lewis Brinson and Monte Harrison, his mindset while being on the cusp of a major league debut and much more. Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Danny (@all_right_Miami), 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.

In Episode 11 of A-Ball with Erik Oas, we offer a full report on the Clinton LumberKings and are joined by reliever Alex Vesia (9:25). The left-handed reliever, who's been one of Minor League Baseball's premier strikeout artists in 2019, talks his path into professional baseball, the difficulty in throwing changeups, and being an influence on younger players. We also look forward to newly signed Marlins draftees who could be joining the LumberKings roster later this month (37:00). 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 visit 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.

Daniel Martinez has trouble settling on a single Marlins Pitcher and Hitter of the Week given the multitude of viable candidates—Trevor Richards, Pablo López, Sandy Alcantara, Brian Anderson, Jorge Alfaro and Garrett Cooper (2:00). Good problem to have! Then, we share some final thoughts on the 2019 MLB Draft (12:30) and why the baseball industry is so complimentary of how the Marlins handled it. As of early Monday morning, seven draft picks have officially signed with the Fish. Finally, untangling the mixed emotions that come with high-volume losing in pursuit of sustainable, long-term success (25:00) and evaluating how the pace of the rebuild so far compares with initial projections (30:30). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Danny (@all_right_Miami) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fish Stripes recently partnered with the High-A Jupiter Hammerheads to provide discounted tickets to the Florida State League All-Star Game at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium coming up on Saturday, June 15. But we have decided to sweeten the deal even more—save your wallet for the concessions, because 50 tickets for our group outing will be given away for free!!! Join our staff, plus Jupiter All-Stars Edward Cabrera, José Devers and Jordan Holloway for an awesome event. Simply monitor Fish Stripes (the website, social media feeds and next week's pod episodes) for further instructions. In the meantime, enjoy a spirited Marlins conversation between our lead writer Daniel Martinez and The Amigo on SiriusXM's SLAM Radio from this past Wednesday (5:00). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Danny (@all_right_MIami) and The Amigo (@TheAmigo) on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlined by JJ Bleday, Kameron Misner and Nasim Nuñez (and possibly Evan Fitterer), the Marlins made good use of their 2019 MLB Draft position. Danny, Ian and Ethan get into the specifics of how these prospects could impact the Fish and the front office's motivation for selecting them. They also hand out grades for the Rounds 1-10 execution (35:20).Meanwhile, across the full-season affiliates (42:30), RHP Robert Dugger and 2B Isan Díaz continue to distinguish themselves.Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Danny (@all_right_Miami), 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.

In this episode, we offer a full report on the Clinton LumberKings. J.D. Osborne, Jerar Encarnación and Connor Scott are each swinging a hot bat. Then, Marlins 2018 draftee Tanner Andrews joins the podcast (10:40) to talk about coming from a small town in Indiana, the role of other sports in his development, and working to become a starting pitcher. He also explains how fellow Purdue pitcher Nick Wittgren influenced his career plans (23:30). 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 visit 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.

As the most impressive Marlins players of the past week, Trevor Richards, Pablo López and Harold Ramírez get well-deserved shoutouts (2:05). Danny then sets the stage for Day 1 of the MLB Draft coming up on Monday night (13:15), which will include the Marlins’ first three picks at No. 4, No. 35 and No. 46.Jorge Alvarado joins the show (19:35) to banter about his longtime Marlins fandom, Venezuelan roots, Twitter debates and the long-term outlook of the franchise. (Thank you to Jorge for sharing his perspective twice after the original recording was wiped out by technical difficulties.)Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Danny (@all_right_Miami) and Jorge (@JeezyInTheHouse) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pitching Coach Mark DiFelice joins the podcast (8:30) to talk LumberKings culture, Marlins organization expectations, the analytics of baseball, and the current success of LumberKings pitchers like Humberto Mejía and Chris Vallimont.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 visit 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 an impromptu Christian Yelich trade package special. Danny, Ethan and Ian analyze the hot performances from Triple-A New Orleans Baby Cakes Lewis Brinson, Monte Harrison and Isan Díaz. All three seem destined to join the Marlins active roster later this season (re-joining in Brinson’s case, MLB debuts for Harrison and Díaz). What else do they have left to prove in the minor leagues? Coincidentally, right-hander Jordan Yamamoto—the “fourth piece” received for Yelich—was already lined up for an exclusive interview (19:52). Finishing off an impressive month of May for Double-A Jacksonville, he describes the collaborative culture in the Marlins organization (27:41) and why he serves as a barber to other minor league players (31:47), shares his unique perspective growing up in Hawaii (37:50) and much more. Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Danny (@all_right_Miami), 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.

Closing out Memorial Day weekend, Danny highlights the top performing players during the Marlins latest road trip: Trevor Richards, Harold Ramírez, Brian Anderson and Jorge Alfaro (2:15). He explains the significance of Miami’s six-game losing streak (8:20), reminds fans of how the old Marlins core had the worst of both worlds (16:45), takes stock of how controllable major league players have produced during the 2019 season (22:30), and identifies “face of the franchise” candidates at various levels of the organization (28:15).Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Danny (@all_right_Miami) on Twitter. Full Marlins coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Erik Oas delivers a full report on the Clinton LumberKings, highlighting amazing no-hit bids from Humberto Mejía and Chris Vallimont. Outfielder Thomas Jones joins the podcast (6:05) to talk about learning from Juan Pierre, Mike Jacobs and other experienced coaches in the Marlins organization (9:50), the choice he made between football and baseball (12:00), the mental battle with opposing pitchers (19:10) and getting through the grind of the season with swag. 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 visit 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.

June 3 is right around the corner! Danny and Ian tell you about Cal first baseman Andrew Vaughn, prep shortstop C.J. Abrams, Vanderbilt outfielder JJ Bleday and the other leading candidates who the Marlins will consider selecting with the No. 4 overall pick in the MLB Draft (5:29), plus some under-the-radar and outside-the-box alternatives (20:38). They break down realistic targets for the Fish in the subsequent rounds at No. 35 (27:42) and No. 46 (36:40), then share the “perfect” scenarios if they were in charge of the front office on Day 1 of the draft (43:00). Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Danny (@all_right_Miami) 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.

Danny explains why he's so encouraged by Pablo López's start to the season despite the elevated earned run average (3:00), embraces the heated debate about the state of the Marlins franchise (9:55), and breaks down the caliber of talent in the farm system heading into the 2019 MLB Draft and international signing period (15:45). That's followed by a special guest! Longtime Marlins fan Tony Valdes joins Danny (24:05) to share the origin and highlights of his fandom. They also draw comparisons between the Jeffrey Loria and Jeter/Sherman ownership styles (31:11).Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Danny (@all_right_Miami) and Tony (@TonyDamy1627) on Twitter. Full Marlins coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Clinton LumberKings' recent struggles defy the math in our full report on the Marlins Single-A affiliate. First baseman Sean Reynolds talks to us (8:20) about his power, the advanced numbers we've come to know him by, his “bond” with LumberKings manager/former big leaguer Mike Jacobs (15:53), beating the shift (19:12), and what it was like growing into a 6-foot-7 frame (we asked him the basketball question). Following the Reynolds interview, we highlight the season-to-date stats and performances from several other key LumberKings players (28:30). 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 visit 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, Ethan and Ian celebrate the promotions of Harold Ramírez and Elieser Hernandez to the big league club (1:00), note the improved performance from hyped Cuban outfielder Víctor Víctor Mesa (2:20), preview top Marlins targets for the 2019-20 international signing period (6:15), point to encouraging signs in the recent performances from Isan Díaz and José Devers (16:28), and round up the rest of Miami’s farm system in their usual segments (24:19).Then, Danny and Ethan interview left-hander Trevor Rogers (37:39) about participating in Captain’s Camp, the adversity he overcame as a prospect, the roles that faith and family play in his life, and much more. The former first-round pick has been victimized by a low strand rate and inflated batting average on balls in play, but his peripherals have been great—3.07 FIP since 2018 is third-best in the Marlins organization (min. 100 IP). Rogers in currently in the High-A Jupiter rotation in his age-21 campaign.Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Danny (@all_right_Miami), 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.

Danny highlights Miami Marlins who have had under-the-radar success (3:08) such as Nick Anderson, Neil Walker and Rosell Herrera, explains the impact of Harold Ramírez and last weekend’s other roster additions (9:27), drools over the elite hitting prospects that the Marlins can target in the 2019 and 2020 MLB Draft classes (16:14), and shares his leading candidates to take over as manager if Don Mattingly isn’t retained beyond this season (31:45).Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Danny (@all_right_Miami) 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 offer quick thoughts on The Athletic’s unflattering report about Marlins vice president of player development and scouting Gary Denbo. Then, in their latest roundup of minor league developments, the guys review Sixto Sánchez‘s debut in the Marlins organization and forecast where his 2019 campaign goes from here (3:26), weigh in on why Lewis Brinson was demoted to Triple-A New Orleans (9:46), wonder when red-hot Elieser Hernandez and Harold Ramírez earn call-ups to Miami (20:02), and wrap up with their usual special segments (33:04).Low-A Clinton outfielder Connor Scott also gets some love for his steady progression following a season-opening slump. Make sure to check out Erik Oas’ interview with him that we published on Tuesday.Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Danny (@all_right_Miami), Ethan (@GatorBait_Ethan) and Ian (@FlaSmitty) on Twitter. Full Marlins coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finding his stroke after a slow start to the 2019 season, outfielder Connor Scott (11:15) talks adjustments to the Midwest, reacting to being drafted by the Marlins in the first round last summer, and his passion outside of baseball. You'll also receive a full report on the Low-A Clinton LumberKings.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 visit 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 recaps a dynamic week for the Miami Marlins (2:13), most notably the "Loria-esque" firing of president of business operations Chip Bowers and the demotion of outfielder Lewis Brinson to Triple-A. He delves into the struggles that the team has had this season with defensive shifting (19:00) and reminds fans that the historically bad run production is by design (32:10) as the Marlins position themselves for the No. 1 pick in the 2020 MLB Draft.Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Danny (@all_right_Miami) on Twitter. Full Marlins coverage at FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2019 MLB Draft will be a critical event in the Marlins' rebuilding process. To prepare, Burke Granger of 2080 Baseball joins Aram to reflect on their 2018 draft class (1:09), share observations from the recent National High School Invitational (17:00), and discuss the pros and cons of potential Marlins targets with the No. 4 overall pick like C.J. Abrams and Riley Greene.Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Aram Leighton (@AramLeighton8) and Burke Granger (@burkegranger) on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We give a full report card of the Miami Marlins Single-A team, the Clinton LumberKings, and are then joined by Opening Day starter and Marlins 2018 5th-round pick Chris Vallimont (13:05).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 visit 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.

Super special guest on ETS this week: Monte Harrison! The Marlins outfield prospect is a consensus Top 5 talent in the farm system and trending toward cracking most MLB Top 100 lists at midseason. He’s off to a sizzling start for Triple-A New Orleans—.308/.416/.569 with four home runs through 17 games—with aspirations of making his major league debut soon. Harrison explains to Danny, Ethan and Ian how he went from “the smallest kid out of everybody” to a dynamic athlete (6:00), the process of changing his swing after struggling to make contact in 2018 (7:57), his perspective on baseball’s “unwritten rules” (11:43), and how he honors his late grandmother, Eunice Lee Francis (14:57).The second half of the episode (20:29) brings you updates from all Marlins minor league affiliates. Recent stars on the farm include Zac Gallen (duh), Joe Dunand and George Soriano.Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Danny (@all_right_Miami), Ethan (@GatorBait_Ethan) and Ian (@FlaSmitty) on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danny recaps the previous week of Marlins major league games (7:12), highlights Caleb Smith (9:30) and Jorge Alfaro (15:05) for their hot starts to the 2019 season, projects when you'll see the team legitimately "competing" for the first time under new ownership (20:43) and identifies building blocks who'll still be around for that phase of the rebuild (27:48), and draws comparisons between the 2019 Fish and several previous teams throughout franchise history (34:49).Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Danny (@all_right_Miami) on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catcher Will Banfield, a highly touted 2018 MLB Draft pick, sits down for an extended interview (6:08) on his baseball gifts, the art of catching, and an awaking bat. Then, Miami Marlins Director of Player of Development Dick Scott (27:20) joins us for a quick conversation about the Clinton LumberKings roster and organizational philosophy.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 visit 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.

This episode of ETS begins by highlighting all Marlins on Baseball America's 2019 "Best Tools In The Minors" list (2:15), then explores numerous internal and external options to fill the franchise's void at first base (12:20). Ian selects his hitting and pitching prospects of the week (30:00), Ethan features outfielder Monte Harrison among his Things We Love To See (34:15), and Danny enlightens you on under-the-radar prospects (43:00).Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Danny (@all_right_Miami), Ethan (@GatorBait_Ethan) and Ian (@FlaSmitty) on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first of his many episodes as Fish Bites host, Danny explains his personal and professional background (5:15), sets a plan for involving fans in his coverage throughout the 2019 season (17:40), and analyzes how the Marlins rebuild has been progressing so far (23:00).Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Danny (@all_right_Miami) on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marlins left-hander Will Stewart joins Ethan and Ian for an interview about all aspects of his career (0:36), including what it means for him to be part of such a talented High-A Jupiter pitching staff (3:44), why the changeup is effective for him (5:05), reliving his no-hit bid from last week (6:14), describing some of his teammates (7:33), explaining the origin of his unique delivery (13:00), and reminiscing about growing up in small town Alabama (16:26). The pod continues with news and updates from around the Marlins farm system (24:05) and highlights from top performers in Ethan’s “Things We Love To See” segment (36:34).Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Ethan (@GatorBait_Ethan) and Ian (@FlaSmitty) on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Miami Marlins prospect Jerar Encarnacion (13:45) talks with us about his unusual discovery as a baseball player and the path to playing in the United States. We also talk about the breakout of first-round draft pick Connor Scott, Demetrius Sims' approach at the plate, & the return of power and speed in the face of great strikeout totals.Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes) and Erik Oas (@erik_oas) on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fish Bites is back with a focus on the major league Marlins. Ely Sussman and Alex Contreras discuss pleasant surprises and disappointments from early in the 2019 season (1:16), wonder how All-Star J.T. Realmuto will be received in his return to Miami (19:32), specific changes to the Marlins Park experience (25:41) and make one final plug for Fish Stripes Night this Friday!Get your Fish Stripes Night tickets here for as low as $19. Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Ely (@RealEly) and Alex (@TheRealACon) on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clinton LumberKings pitcher and Miami Marlins prospect Josh Roberson joins the show (13:00) to talk about his strong start to the 2019 season, his baseball roots, and coming back from Tommy John surgery.Follow Erik Oas on Twitter (@erik_oas) and listen to all LumberKings radio broadcasts on 100.3 WCCI. Follow Fish Stripes on Twitter (@fishstripes) and visit 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.

ETS has some real minor league action to cover this time! Daniel Martinez, Ethan Budowsky and Ian Smith tell us more about their personal/professional backgrounds (1:01), break down the monster starts from RHP Zac Gallen and OF Jerar Encarnacion (5:43), discuss player comps for 2B Isan Díaz (14:29) and Ian's profile on him from The 4-6-3 series, set 2019 expectations for OF Víctor Víctor Mesa (22:20), provide an overview of the Marlins' starting pitching depth (32:49), finishing up with various updates and awarding pitcher/hitter of the week awards (43:35).Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Danny (@all_right_Miami), Ethan (@GatorBait_Ethan) and Ian (@FlaSmitty) on Twitter. Find their full coverage on FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ely Sussman, Ethan Budowsky, Daniel Martinez and Ian Smith introduce you to ETS, a new weekly show covering the talented Miami Marlins farm system! The guys preview the 2019 season by analyzing Osiris Johnson's serious leg injury (1:35) and going through the recently announced MiLB Opening Day rosters for each Marlins full-season affiliate, working up from Low-A Clinton (5:30) to High-A Jupiter (11:50) and Victor Victor Mesa specifically (19:09) to Double-A Jacksonville (25:30) to Triple-A New Orleans (35:40).Follow Ely (@RealEly), Ethan (@GatorBait_Ethan), Daniel (@all_right_Miami) and Ian (@FlaSmitty) on Twitter. Find their full coverage on FishStripes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clinton LumberKings Manager Mike Jacobs joins the show (5:40) to talk about his role in the Marlins organization in 2019, the Opening Day roster, and top prospects.Follow Erik Oas on Twitter (@erik_oas) and listen to all LumberKings radio broadcasts on 100.3 WCCI. Follow Fish Stripes on Twitter (@fishstripes) and visit 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.

Adam Mcinturff of 2080 baseball joins the show to talk about the JT Realmuto trade and the impact it has on the Marlins rapidly climbing system. Aram and Adam discuss nearly all of the Marlins top prospects and go over 2080 Baseball's recently released analysis and prospect rankings covering the Marlins system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mr. Marlin, Jeff Conine joins Aram to talk about his journey to the big leagues and his career with the Marlins, World Series titles and some crazy stories in between including a challenge with Bo Jackson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mets Newsday beat writer, Tim Healey, joins the show to talk about the Winter Meetings, the JT Realmuto sweepstakes, and the NL East moves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andre Fernandez of The Athletic joins Aram to talk about the Marlins marketing overhaul led by the new logos and jerseys (0:00), the J.T. Realmuto sweepstakes (10:00), the Marlins farm system (16:00) and Hall of Fame voting and lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sirius XM Radio Host and "Swings and Mishes" Podcast Host, Craig Mish joins Aram to talk about his new podcast (0:00), what it was like to breaking news on the Marlins big tades last winter (6:00) international free agency (13:10), the Marlins recent coaching firings (21:45), the future of the team and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2080 Baseball Assistant Director of Scouting, Adam McInturff joins the show to talk about Marlins prospects. Aram and Adam kick things off with the Marlins new draftpicks: Connor Scott, Osiris Johnson, Will Banfield (0:00-20:00) as well as several other impact Greensboro players (25:00). The pair revisit the Christian Yelich trade and check in on the prospects that the Marlins got in return and finish things up with a game of "Buy or Sell" on some of the Marlins most overachieving prospects this past season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.