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Earning Their Stripes: Trade "Peanuts" Posting Huge Numbers in MiLB, MLB Jun 19, 2019

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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).

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A-Ball with Erik Oas: INF Bubba Hollins Jun 19, 2019

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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.

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Fish Bites: True Marlins Fans Few and Far Between Jun 17, 2019

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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.

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Earning Their Stripes: Isan Díaz on Puerto Rican Pride, Hard Work Jun 13, 2019

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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.

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A-Ball with Erik Oas: LHP Alex Vesia Jun 12, 2019

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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).

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Fish Bites: Are Marlins Still on Schedule with Long-Term Plan? Jun 10, 2019

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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).

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Fish Bites: Daniel Martinez guest spot on "Good Mornin' Amigo" Jun 06, 2019

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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).

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Earning Their Stripes: Bleday All Day Jun 05, 2019

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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.

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A-Ball with Erik Oas: Tanner Andrews on Multi-Sport Background, Nick Wittgren Connection Jun 04, 2019

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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).

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Fish Bites: Second Time's The Charm Jun 03, 2019

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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.

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