Episodes
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!...
Published 11/20/24
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...
Published 10/30/24
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),...
Published 10/18/24
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,...
Published 10/17/24
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...
Published 10/08/24
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,...
Published 10/02/24
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...
Published 09/23/24
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...
Published 08/30/24
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...
Published 08/29/24
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...
Published 08/20/24
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,...
Published 08/13/24
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...
Published 08/09/24
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...
Published 08/02/24
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...
Published 08/01/24
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...
Published 07/26/24
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...
Published 07/25/24
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...
Published 07/24/24
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...
Published 07/23/24
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...
Published 07/22/24
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...
Published 07/19/24
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...
Published 07/18/24
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...
Published 07/17/24
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...
Published 07/12/24
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...
Published 07/07/24