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Fish On First: A Miami Marlins podcast

Fish On First: A Miami Marlins podcast

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Fish Unfiltered | Caroline O'Connor Interview: Marlins' Marketing Strategy, loanDepot park & More

Just in time for Opening Day, Isaac Azout and Ely Sussman speak with Miami Marlins president of business Caroline O'Connor. A Marlins executive since 2017, O'Connor discusses marketing the team in the midst of yet another rebuild, motivating fans to come to loanDepot park, hosting non-baseball events at the stadium and beginning work on the Miami Live! project.Follow Isaac (@IsaacAzout), Ely (@RealEly) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 26, 202518 min

Fish Unfiltered | 16 Bold Predictions for the 2025 Miami Marlins

Kevin Barral and Isaac Azout bring on Ely Sussman and Alex Carver to share four bold predictions apiece for this upcoming Miami Marlins season. They also react to the injuries that Edward Cabrera and Jesús Sánchez recently suffered in spring training.Alex's predictions Agustín Ramírez hits 20 MLB home runs Josh Ekness leads the Marlins in saves Javier Sanoja plays 120 games with .275 batting average Max Meyer posts 3.75 ERA and 1.35 WHIP Ely's predictions Xavier Edwards puts up at least 4.0 fWAR Marlins pitchers allow the most walks in the National League Sandy Alcantara does not get traded Dillon Head becomes top-ranked Marlins hitting prospect Isaac's predictions Ryan Weathers record 200 strikeouts Lake Bachar leads bullpen in fWAR Jacob Berry hits first MLB home run Otto Lopez is NL Gold Glove finalist and posts 4.0 fWAR Kevin's predictions Multiple Marlins receive All-Star selections Connor Norby has 30 home runs and 30 stolen bases Thomas White makes MLB debut Xavier Edwards breaks Marlins single-season stolen base record Follow Isaac (@IsaacAzout), Kevin (@kevin_barral), Ely (@RealEly), Alex (@marlinsminors) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 19, 202551 min

State of the Fish | Marlins Players Who've Taken Full Advantage of Spring Training

Our State of the Fish Twitter call-in shows have returned on a weekly basis! This past Sunday, Kevin Barral, Alex Carver, Isaac Azout and Ely Sussman discussed the breakout players of Marlins spring training thus far and where things currently stand with key roster battles.Follow the @MarlinsSpaces account and turn on notifications so that you can participate in live shows throughout the 2025 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 3, 202546 min

Big Fish Small Pod | 2025 Marlins Season a Success If More Big League Regulars Develop

Tyler Boronski joins Daniel Rodriguez to describe the vibes around Miami Marlins spring training so far and the interactions he's had with players and the club's decision-makers.Follow Tyler (@TylerBoronski​​​​​​​), Daniel (@Drodyyy) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 20, 202511 min

The Offishial Show | 2025 Miami Marlins Call-Up Contest

Isaac Azout, Kevin Barral and Alex Carver join Ely Sussman for a five-round draft of Miami Marlins minor leaguers. The objective is simple: predict which of them will be called up by the Marlins and make their MLB regular season debuts in 2025.Alex's team: Robby Snelling, Joe Mack, Austin Roberts, Josh Ekness and Jared Serna Isaac's team: Liam Hicks, Victor Mesa Jr., Ronny Simon, Troy Johnston and Dale Stanavich Kevin's team: Robinson Piña, Deyvison De Los Santos, Jakob Marsee, John Rooney and Max Acosta Ely's team: Agustín Ramírez, Luarbert Arias, Matt Pushard, Jacob Berry and Nigel BelgraveFollow Ely (@RealEly), Alex (@marlinsminors), Kevin (@kevin_barral), Isaac (@IsaacAzout) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 18, 202526 min

Fish Unfiltered | Marlins Radio Gig 'a Dream Come True' for Jack McMullen

As he prepares to pack up his life and drive down to South Florida, new Miami Marlins radio play-by-play announcer Jack McMullen sits down with Kevin Barral and Isaac Azout to discuss his new position and all of the experiences that led up to it.Follow Jack (@jack_mcmullen11), Kevin (@kevin_barral), Isaac (@IsaacAzout) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 14, 202529 min

Big Fish Small Pod | Everything We Learned From Covering First Day of Marlins Spring Training

Fish On First farm director Alex Carver joins Daniel Rodriguez to share his insights from Wednesday's Miami Marlins spring training activities, which included the first official pitchers & catchers workout plus plenty of minor league activity on the backfields of the Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium complex.Follow Alex (@marlinsminors), Daniel (@Drodyyy) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 13, 202517 min

Fish Unfiltered | Mailbag Episode! Potential Breakouts, Trade Chips, Fan Support & More

With Miami Marlins spring training fast approaching next week, Kevin Barral and Isaac Azout provide an overview of the 2025 non-roster invitees, then open up the Unfiltered mailbag to talk position battles, potential breakout prospects, trade deadline scenarios, fan support and more.Thank you to Allie, K, Marcel J. Sparks, Parish, Sportsman, Vicent, Vik and Zach (and many others who we didn't have time to get to) for their mailbag submissions.Follow Kevin (@kevin_barral), Isaac (@IsaacAzout) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 4, 202529 min

Fish Unfiltered | After "Taste of Success" with 2024 Marlins, Jonah Bride Wants "Way More of it"

Jonah Bride emerged as a great hitter for the Miami Marlins during the second half of the 2024 season. How does he plan to build upon that? A few weeks in advance of spring training, Bride joins Kevin Barral and Isaac Azout on Unfiltered to reflect on the pros and cons of his first year in Miami, all of the organizational changes that the Marlins have made this offseason, Ichiro Suzuki's election into the Baseball Hall of Fame and more.Follow Jonah (@JBride11), Kevin (@kevin_barral), Isaac (@IsaacAzout) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 23, 202522 min

Swimming Upstream | Marlins International Scouting Director Introduces His 2025 Signing Class

David Hernandez Beayne is beginning his seventh year with the Miami Marlins organization, but his first at the helm of their international scouting department. After opening the 2025 international free agent period with 18 signings, he chatted with Alex Carver and Kevin Barral about prospects INF/OF Andrew Salas (Venezuela), RHP Kevin Defrank (Dominican Republic) and RHP Adriano Marrero (Cuba) as well as the Marlins' overall direction.Follow Alex (@marlinsminors), Kevin (@kevin_barral) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 21, 202538 min

Fish Unfiltered | How Jesús Luzardo Fits with Phillies & Starlyn Caba, Emaarion Boyd Player Profiles

Kevin Barral and Ely Sussman bring on Philadelphia Phillies expert Alex Carr to better understand the timing of last week's Jesús Luzardo deal and the pair of prospects that the Miami Marlins received in return. Don't forget about Paul McIntosh's inclusion, either!Thanks very much to everybody who listened to our Fish On First podcasts in 2024.Follow Alex (@AlexCarrMLB), Kevin (@kevin_barral), Ely (@RealEly) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 28, 202435 min

LIVE REACTION: Marlins Trade Jesús Luzardo to Phillies for Prospects Starlyn Caba, Emaarion Boyd

As broadcasted live on the Fish On First Spaces Twitter account, the FOF staff (Ely Sussman, Kevin Barral, Alex Carver, Isaac Azout and Daniel Rodriguez) breaks down Sunday's blockbuster trade sending Jesús Luzardo to Philly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 22, 202423 min

Fish Unfiltered | Evaluating the Jake Burger Trade and the Rest of the Winter Meetings

Kevin Barral and Isaac Azout bring on guest Alex Krutchik, who provided on-site coverage of the just-completed Winter Meetings in Dallas. They discuss the polarizing Jake Burger trade that netted the Miami Marlins three prospects, the selection of catcher Liam Hicks in the Rule 5 Draft, the inconvenient results of the 2025 MLB Draft Lottery and renewed rumors about Jesús Luzardo being on the trade block.Follow Kevin ( @kevin_barral), Isaac (@IsaacAzout), Alex (@AlexKrutchikFOF) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 13, 202432 min

Fish Unfiltered | Questioning Bruce Sherman and Meeting Clayton McCullough

The Miami Marlins are entering the first year of Clayton McCullough's managerial tenure and the eighth year of Bruce Sherman's ownership tenure. Kevin Barral, Isaac Azout and Ely Sussman summarize what both men said on Monday, then analyze the club's decision to select prospects Deyvison De Los Santos, Jared Serna and Dax Fulton to the 40-man roster.Follow Kevin ( @kevin_barral), Isaac (@IsaacAzout), Ely (@RealEly) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 20, 202443 min

The Offishial Show | Marlins Nearing Managerial Hire! Is Craig Albernaz the Right Pick?

He was the most-likely candidate entering the managerial search process, and one month later, Craig Albernaz is poised to be the next manager of the Miami Marlins. Ely Sussman reacts to Tuesday night's news that the Chicago White Sox have selected Will Venable to fill their vacancy, which seemingly paves the way for Albernaz to reunite with some old friends in Miami.Follow Ely (@RealEly) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 30, 202443 min

Swimming Upstream | 2024 Marlins Minor League Season Summary Superpod, Part II

Alex Carver and Kevin Barral discuss stats and scouting notes for key Miami Marlins prospects who spent the 2024 season with the Double-A Pensacola Blue Wahoos and Triple-A Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp.Individual players covered include: OF Kemp Alderman, RHP Nigel Belgrave, OF Jacob Berry, 1B Deyvison De Los Santos, RHP Josh Ekness, C Joe Mack, RHP Adam Mazur, OF Victor Mesa Jr., RHP Jacob Miller, INF Johnny Olmstead, C Agustín Ramírez and LHP Robby Snelling.Follow Alex (@marlinsminors), Kevin (@kevin_barral) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 18, 202433 min

Swimming Upstream | 2024 Marlins Minor League Season Summary Superpod, Part I

Alex Carver and Kevin Barral discuss stats and scouting notes for key Miami Marlins prospects who spent the 2024 season in the Dominican Summer League and Florida Complex League or with the Low-A Jupiter Hammerheads and High-A Beloit Sky Carp.Individual players covered include: C Jeremy Almonte, RHP Jake Brooks, RHP Walin Castillo, OF Luis Cova, RHP Juan De La Cruz, RHP Eliazar Dishmey, OF Dillon Head, C Ryan Ignoffo, INF Carter Johnson, INF Wilfredo Lara, RHP Noble Meyer, LHP Emmett Olson, INF Abrahan Ramírez, LHP Luifer Romero, INF Joseph Tailor, OF Andrés Valor, 1B Brock Vradenburg and LHP Thomas White.Follow Alex (@marlinsminors), Kevin (@kevin_barral) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 17, 202450 min

The Offishial Show | Exit Interview with Former Marlins Analyst Bradley Woodrum

If you're still a Miami Marlins fan, you simply need to listen to this. Bradley Woodrum, the team's former coordinator of baseball information services, joins Ely Sussman to reflect on the perks and challenges of working in baseball. Topics covered during our conversation: Getting hired by an MLB team Salary and compensation Peter Bendix's vision Gabe Kapler's front office future Overcoming payroll limitations The increased role of David Ott Young players for Marlins to build around Follow Ely (@RealEly), Bradley (@BradleyWoodrum) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 8, 202453 min

Fish Unfiltered | Peter Bendix Ducks Questions About 2024 Marlins, Team's Future

Kevin Barral debriefs Fish On First reporters Isaac Azout and Alex Krutchik about the end-of-season press conference that president of baseball operations Peter Bendix held at loanDepot park on Tuesday.Additional topics covered during our conversation: Skip Schumaker's departure The fate of his coaching staff Candidates to replace Skip Reviewing the 2024 Marlins season Key player performances (Jake Burger, Jonah Bride, Connor Norby, Xavier Edwards, Nick Fortes, Jesús Sánchez, etc.) Follow Kevin ( @kevin_barral), Isaac (@IsaacAzout), Alex (@AlexKrutchikFOF) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 2, 202449 min

The Offishial Show | 2025 Marlins Opening Day Roster Locks Draft

Expect to see a much different group of players on the field for the Miami Marlins when the 2025 season begins. Attempting to predict the return of injured players, prospect promotions, spring training position battles and offseason acquisitions, four Fish On First staffers held a six-round draft of Opening Day roster candidates and explained reach of their selections.Nate Karzmer: Jesús Sánchez, Sandy Alcantara, Braxton Garrett, Nick Fortes, Jesús Tinoco and Matt Moore (bonus round)Isaac Azout: Connor Norby, Declan Cronin, Jonah Bride, Kyle Stowers, Javier Sanoja and Andrew Kittredge (bonus round)Kevin Barral: Xavier Edwards, Ryan Weathers, Calvin Faucher, Dane Myers, Deyvison De Los Santos and Amed Rosario (bonus round)Ely Sussman: Jesús Luzardo, Jake Burger, Otto Lopez, Andrew Nardi, Edward Cabrera and Walker Buehler (bonus round) Follow Ely (@RealEly), Isaac (@IsaacAzout), Kevin (@kevin_barral), Nate (@NateKarzmer) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 23, 202438 min

The Offishial Show | Interview: Why David Samson is Finally Coming Back to See a Marlins Game

It's been nearly seven years since David Samson last stepped foot inside loanDepot park (or attended any MLB game, for that matter). In this exclusive interview, the former Miami Marlins president breaks down the direction that the franchise has taken without him and explains why he's finally returning to Miami for a visit.The Fish On First podcast is presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow David (@DavidPSamson​​​​​​​), Ely (@RealEly), Isaac (@IsaacAzout) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 30, 202430 min

Big Fish Small Pod | How Marlins Trade Deadline Additions Have Done in First Month

Daniel Rodriguez details how INF Connor Norby, OF Kyle Stowers, INF Deyvison De Los Santos, RHP Adam Mazur and LHP Robby Snelling have performed since coming to the Miami Marlins in trade deadline deals. Norby and Stowers are playing regularly with the big league club, De Los Santos and Mazur are with Triple-A Jacksonville, and Snelling is leading Double-A Pensacola's starting rotation.The Fish On First podcast is presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Daniel (@Drodyyy) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 29, 202413 min

Swimming Upstream | Connor Norby Promoted to Miami; Adam Mazur's First Post-Trade Interview

Hear from two of the top 10 Miami Marlins prospects on the latest episode of Swimming Upstream! Prior to making his Marlins debut on Monday, INF Connor Norby (FOF #2 prospect) spoke to the media at loanDepot park about his development as a player, transitioning to a new organization and embracing third base. Then, Triple-A Jacksonville RHP Adam Mazur (FOF #9 prospect) gave an exclusive interview to Isaac Azout and Kevin Barral regarding his baseball background.The Fish On First podcast is presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Connor (@norby_connor), Adam (@AdamMazur21), Kevin (@kevin_barral), Isaac (@IsaacAzout) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 20, 202422 min

Big Fish Small Pod | Finalists for 2024 Marlins Minor League Player of the Year

With less than a quarter of the Minor League Baseball season remaining, it's a two-horse race for Miami Marlins Minor League Player of the Year honors. Ely Sussman presents the cases for C Joe Mack and INF/OF Javier Sanoja while updating the progress they've made in terms of player development.The Fish On First podcast is presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Ely (@RealEly) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 13, 202413 min

Fish Unfiltered | Xavier Edwards Interview: Playing Shortstop, 'Crazy' Foot Infection & More

Miami Marlins starting shortstop Xavier Edwards sits down with Fish Unfiltered for an exclusive interview!Topics covered during our conversation: Trade from Rays to Marlins Foot infection earlier this season Hitting for the cycle How he became a switch-hitter Toughest pitchers he's faced Top Triple-A call-up candidates Friendships with Josh Bell and Troy Johnston The Fish On First podcast is presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Xavier (@xavierjedwards), Isaac (@IsaacAzout), Kevin ( @kevin_barral ) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 9, 202411 min

Fish Unfiltered | Craig Mish Takes Us Inside Busiest Marlins Trade Deadline Ever

For the second year in a row, Marlins insider Craig Mish is gracious enough to join Fish On First's Kevin Barral, Isaac Azout and Ely Sussman for a thorough review of the team's trade deadline activity. Read more of Craig's reporting on the deadline in the Miami Herald.Topics covered during our conversation: Most surprising Marlins move Jazz Chisholm Jr. Trevor Rogers and Connor Norby Tanner Scott going for "quantity over quality" Sandy Alcantara's rehab from Tommy John surgery September call-up candidates The Marlins' obsession with Jun-Seok Shim The time Xavier Edwards was almost traded Peter Bendix's leadership Questionable Bryan De La Cruz decision The Fish On First podcast is now being presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Craig (@CraigMish), Isaac (@IsaacAzout), Kevin (@kevin_barral), Ely (@RealEly) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 2, 202442 min

Big Fish Small Pod | Xavier Edwards is Much Better Than I Expected

Xavier Edwards was nothing short of phenomenal for the Miami Marlins in July, his first full month as an everyday big leaguer. Ely Sussman analyzes where Edwards has improved and how his recent performance impacts his future with the organization.The Fish On First podcast is presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Ely (@RealEly) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 1, 202412 min

Big Fish Small Pod | 2024 MLB Draft: Jake Faherty Breakdown with Jackson McAfee

Jackson McAfee of HawgSports.com joins Daniel Rodriguez to introduce us to Miami Marlins 11th-round draft pick Jake Faherty.The Fish On First podcast is now being presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Jackson (@JMcAfee247), Daniel (@Drodyyy) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 26, 202411 min

Big Fish Small Pod | 2024 MLB Draft: Connor Caskenette Breakdown with Kyle Charters

Kyle Charters, the voice of Purdue baseball,​​​​​​​ joins Daniel Rodriguez to introduce us to Miami Marlins 12th-round draft pick C Connor Caskenette.The Fish On First podcast is now being presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Kyle (@KyleCharters79​​​​​​​), Daniel (@Drodyyy) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 25, 202411 min

Big Fish Small Pod | 2024 MLB Draft: Michael Snyder Breakdown with Josh Callaway

Josh Callaway of Sooners Illustrated joins Daniel Rodriguez to introduce us to Miami Marlins 10th-round draft pick Michael Snyder.The Fish On First podcast is now being presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Josh (@JoshMCallaway​​​​​​​), Daniel (@Drodyyy) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 24, 202411 min

Big Fish Small Pod | 2024 MLB Draft: TWO-Part Fenwick Trimble Breakdown with Jack Fitzpatrick and Catie Harper

Jack Fitzpatrick of JMU Sports News (0:00) and Catie Harper (15:45) of the Daily News-Record join Daniel Rodriguez to introduce us to Miami Marlins fourth-round draft pick OF Fenwick Trimble.The Fish On First podcast is now being presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Jack ( @fitzalltheway), Catie (@CatieHarper), Daniel (@Drodyyy) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 23, 202424 min

Big Fish Small Pod | 2024 MLB Draft: Aiden May, Micah McDowell Breakdowns with Ryan Harlan

Ryan Harlan, Oregon State sports reporter for BeaversEdge.com, joins Daniel Rodriguez to introduce us to Miami Marlins draft picks Aiden May and Micah McDowell.The Fish On First podcast is now being presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Ryan (@Ryan_Harlan7​​​​​​​), Daniel (@Drodyyy) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 22, 202416 min

Big Fish Small Pod | 2024 MLB Draft: Cam Clayton Breakdown with Danny Williams

Danny Williams, co-host of The Cylinder Rule podcast, joins Daniel Rodriguez to introduce us to Miami Marlins 14th-round draft pick Cam Clayton.The Fish On First podcast is now being presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Danny (@danny_w22), Daniel (@Drodyyy) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 19, 202411 min

Big Fish Small Pod | 2024 MLB Draft: Payton Green Breakdown with Jackson Caudell

Jackson Caudell, co-host of the Bleav in Georgia Tech podcast, joins Daniel Rodriguez to introduce us to Miami Marlins sixth-round draft pick Payton Green.The Fish On First podcast is now being presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Jackson (@jacksonclaudell), Daniel (@Drodyyy) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage here at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 18, 202410 min

Big Fish Small Pod | Why A.J. Puk Should Have Even Higher Trade Value Than Hunter Harvey

Right-hander Hunter Harvey has been the most impactful relief pitcher to change teams so far this trade season. Ely Sussman explains why the Miami Marlins should expect an even stronger return if they decide to move A.J. Puk.The Fish On First podcast is now being presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Ely (@RealEly) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 17, 202410 min

Big Fish Small Pod | Keys to a Successful Marlins MLB Draft Haul

With the 2024 MLB Draft beginning this weekend, Daniel Rodriguez brings on Jab to get into the weeds about standout prospects from this draft class and what the Miami Marlins' strategy should be.The Fish On First podcast is now being presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Jab (@jabmia_), Daniel (@Drodyyy) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 12, 202429 min

Big Fish Small Pod | 2024 MLB Draft: Previewing Best Marlins Fits, Potential Late-Round Gems

With the 2024 MLB Draft only one week away, Daniel Rodriguez brings on Hector Rodriguez to preview the event from the Miami Marlins' perspective.The Fish On First podcast is now being presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Daniel (@Drodyyy), Hector Rodriguez (@Hector_Baseball) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 7, 202414 min

Big Fish Small Pod | Marlins Prospect Spotlight: Johnston, Berry, Olson, Devers

Ely Sussman shares recent stats and observations about prospects from each full-season level of the Miami Marlins farm system: Triple-A Jacksonville 1B Troy Johnston, Double-A Pensacola OF/INF Jacob Berry, High-A Beloit LHP Emmett Olson and INF José Devers, who's rehabbing with Low-A Jupiter.The Fish On First podcast is now being presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Ely (@RealEly) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 1, 202412 min

Fish Unfiltered | Proposing 6 Potential Marlins Trade Deadline Deals

With the MLB trade deadline only five weeks away, Fish On First's Kevin Barral, Isaac Azout and Ely Sussman take turns pitching Miami Marlins trade ideas to Aram Leighton of Just Baseball, all of them geared toward flipping big league pieces for impactful prospects. Marlins trade Tanner Scott and Andrew Nardi to Yankees for prospect INF Roderick Arias (Isaac) Marlins trade Andrew Nardi and prospect LHP Emmett Olson to Royals for prospect C Blake Mitchell (Ely) Marlins trade Tanner Scott to Cubs for prospect OF Kevin Alcántara (Kevin) Marlins trade Jazz Chisholm Jr. to Pirates for prospects INF Termarr Johnson and INF Mitch Jebb (Isaac) Marlins trade Bryan De La Cruz to Mariners for prospects INF Ben Williamson and INF Tai Peete or INF Dawel Joseph (Ely) Marlins trade Bryan De La Cruz to Pirates for prospects INF Mitch Jebb and RHP Jun-Seok Shim (Kevin) The Fish On First podcast is now being presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Aram (@AramLeighton8), Isaac (@IsaacAzout), Kevin (@kevin_barral), Ely (@RealEly) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 24, 202455 min

Big Fish Small Pod | The Best of Tuesday's Marlins Minor League Action

Daniel Rodriguez summarizes how each of the Miami Marlins full-season affiliates did in the opening game of their new series on Tuesday with detailed box score notes.The Fish On First podcast is now being presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Daniel (@Drodyyy) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 19, 20249 min

Big Fish Small Pod | Marlins Prospect Spotlight: Tyler, McIntosh, Ekness, Brooks

Ely Sussman shares recent stats and observations about prospects from each full-season level of the Miami Marlins farm system: Triple-A Jacksonville RHP Kyle Tyler, Double-A Pensacola C/OF Paul McIntosh, High-A Beloit RHP Josh Ekness and Low-A Jupiter RHP Jake Brooks.The Fish On First podcast is now being presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Ely (@RealEly) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 18, 202410 min

Big Fish Small Pod | 2024 MLB Draft: Why These Should Be the Marlins' Top 2 Targets

With the 2024 MLB Draft barely one month away, Daniel Rodriguez explains why Florida State infielder Cam Smith and Wake Forest infielder Seaver King would be great first-round selections for the Marlins if still on the board with the 16th overall pick.The Fish On First podcast is now being presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Ely (@Drodyyy) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 12, 202411 min

Big Fish Small Pod | Marlins Prospect Spotlight: Joe Mack and Griffin Conine Cannot Be Stopped

Ely Sussman switches up the prospect spotlight format a little bit to focus on the two hottest players in the Miami Marlins farm system: Triple-A Jacksonville OF Griffin Conine and Double-A Pensacola C Joe Mack.The Fish On First podcast is now being presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Ely (@RealEly) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 10, 202411 min

Fish Unfiltered | EXCLUSIVE: 2024 Midseason Report with Marlins Manager Skip Schumaker

We've done it again: enjoy an exclusive interview with second-year Miami Marlins manager Skip Schumaker, co-hosted by Fish On First's Isaac Azout, Kevin Barral and Ely Sussman. Schumaker previous appeared on Fish Unfiltered in November (Episode #52).In this conversation, Schumaker discusses his family life (1:15), Avisaíl García getting designated for assignment (3:20), the Luis Arraez trade (6:30), his relationship with Peter Bendix (9:50), criticism from fans and media (17:00), the development of Ryan Weathers (19:30) and Max Meyer (22:15), call-up candidates for the second half of the season (24:45) and his interest in continuing to manage next season (26:15).The Fish On First podcast is now being presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Isaac (@IsaacAzout), Kevin (@kevin_barral), Ely (@RealEly) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 6, 202428 min

Swimming Upstream | Jakob Marsee: Being Traded 'Fuels the Fire' to Succeed

Double-A Pensacola OF Jakob Marsee joins Kevin Barral and Ely Sussman for an exclusive interview! Fish On First's seventh-ranked prospect discusses the night he found out he was being traded to the Miami Marlins, taking pride in his plate approach and outfield defense, his friendship with fellow prospect Nathan Martorella and more.The Fish On First podcast is now being presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Jakob (@marsee32), Kevin (@kevin_barral), Ely (@RealEly) and Fish On First ( @FishOnFirst ) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 5, 202415 min

Big Fish Small Pod | Pitcher from Luis Arraez Trade Has Been DFA'd Already?!

The Miami Marlins acquired right-hander Shaun Anderson on Thursday and designated right-hander Woo-Suk Go for assignment in a corresponding move. As Ely Sussman explains, Go's inclusion in the Luis Arraez trade was purely about his contract and this should not change our assessment of the deal.The Fish On First podcast is now being presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Ely (@RealEly) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 31, 202411 min

Swimming Upstream | Scott Kornberg's Triple-A Jacksonville Insight & MLB Debut

Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp play-by-play broadcaster Scott Kornberg joins Alex Carver and Kevin Barral on this episode. Kornberg shares his insight on all of the Miami Marlins' most intriguing Triple-A players and how he approaches his work, plus he revisits the incredible opportunity he had earlier this month to call a Marlins walk-off win at loanDepot park.The Fish On First podcast is presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Scott (@ScottKornberg), Alex (@marlinsminors), Kevin (@kevin_barral) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 29, 20241h 5m

Big Fish Small Pod | Inside Ryan Weathers' Masterful Month of May

Daniel Rodriguez recaps the best month of Ryan Weathers' major league career. During May, Weathers has led the Marlins pitching staff with 33 innings pitched and 27 strikeouts while posting a 1.91 ERA and limiting opponents to a .165 batting average.The Fish On First podcast is now being presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Daniel (@Drodyyy) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 28, 20248 min

Big Fish Small Pod | Marlins Prospect Spotlight: Conine, Martorella, Belgrave, Shade

Ely Sussman shares recent stats and observations about prospects from each full-season level of the Miami Marlins farm system: Triple-A Jacksonville OF Griffin Conine, Double-A Pensacola 1B Nathan Martorella, High-A Beloit RHP Nigel Belgrave and Low-A Jupiter OF Colby Shade.The Fish On First podcast is now being presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Ely (@RealEly) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 27, 202410 min

Big Fish Small Pod | Marlins Prospect Spotlight: Edwards, Mack, Zamora, Cruz

Ely Sussman shares recent stats and observations about prospects from each full-season level of the Miami Marlins farm system: Triple-A Jacksonville INF Xavier Edwards, Double-A Pensacola C Joe Mack, High-A Beloit INF Josh Zamora and Low-A Jupiter OF John Cruz.The Fish On First podcast is now being presented by MPT College Consulting! They pride themselves on helping clients navigate the college application process. This includes preparation for standardized testing, guidance through high school, assistance with essays and applications, and choosing the right college. Visit them today at mptcollegeconsulting.com to learn more about their services and schedule a free consultation.Follow Ely (@RealEly) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Join the Marlins Discord server! Complete Miami Marlins coverage at FishOnFirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 20, 202411 min