Kim Ng's front office has done the bare minimum to keep the Marlins afloat this deep into the 2022 season. Despite baffling roster construction, they haven't faded out of the playoff picture yet...but the cliff is coming. Ely believes the fans deserve a more creative and aggressive approach. 

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Kim Ng's front office has done the bare minimum to keep the Marlins afloat this deep into the 2022 season. Despite baffling roster construction, they haven't faded out of the playoff picture yet...but the cliff is coming. Ely believes the fans deserve a more creative and aggressive approach. Follow Fish Stripes (<a href="https://twitter.com/fishstripes">@fishstripes</a>) and Ely (<a href="https://twitter.com/RealEly">@RealEly</a>) on Twitter. Check out our full coverage at <a href="https://www.fishstripes.com/">FishStripes.com</a>. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

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Ely Sussman pleas for the Marlins front office to wake up and do something

Offishial Show #171: Marlins' Season Will Crumble Without Moves, Adjustments

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With September underway, Kevin Barral, Isaac Azout and Ely Sussman discuss where the Miami Marlins stand in the National League Wild Card race. They analyze the usage of the club's starting pitchers, recent call-ups of Jared Serna and Graham Pauley, and how Leo Jiménez has stuck around all season despite such poor production. Then, Joe Mack joins Kevin and Isaac for an exclusive interview. Mack reflects on his developmental journey in the Marlins organization, where he has improved over the course of the 2026 season, using the ABS challenge system, forming relationships with his pitchers and what it feels like to be chasing a playoff spot.

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With September underway, Kevin Barral, Isaac Azout and Ely Sussman discuss where the Miami Marlins stand in the National League Wild Card race. They analyze the usage of the club's starting pitchers, recent call-ups of Jared Serna and Graham Pauley, and how Leo Jim&eacute;nez has stuck around all season despite such poor production. Then, Joe Mack joins Kevin and Isaac for an exclusive interview. Mack reflects on his developmental journey in the Marlins organization, where he has improved over the course of the 2026 season, using the ABS challenge system, forming relationships with his pitchers and what it feels like to be chasing a playoff spot.
Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: <a href="https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10">seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10</a> Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount
All Fish On First podcasts are brought to you by Jet Ski Rentals of South Florida&mdash;offering Miami&rsquo;s best jet ski and boat adventures. With six jet ski locations and over 120 boats, there&rsquo;s something for every style and every budget.&nbsp;
They&rsquo;re reservation-based only. To inquire, call 305-990-2192, or check them out online at&nbsp;<a href="https://SFJetskiRentals.com">https://SFJetskiRentals.com</a>.&nbsp;
Make sure to use promo code&nbsp;FISHONFIRST to receive 10% off your next booking.

Joe Mack joins Kevin and Isaac to reflect on his journey with the Marlins organization, improvement over the course of the 2026 season and much more.

Joe Mack Interview: Inside His Remarkable Rookie Season

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Fish On First staffers react to the latest Miami Marlins series and prepare you for what lies ahead.

Sunday's show was hosted by Ely Sussman and featured panelists Kevin Barral, Alex Krutchik and Jeremiah Geiger. The following topics were covered:
After trailing 2-0 through eight innings on Sunday, Marlins rally for 6-2 win
Otto Lopez climbs another spot on Marlins' all-time bWAR list
Who plays second base if Xavier Edwards misses time
Higher quality plate appearances and baserunning decisions from Jakob Marsee 
Final thoughts on the club's potential September call-ups
Surprising consistency from every member of the starting rotation
NL Wild Card race updates
Previewing and predicting the next series against the Kansas City Royals

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Fish On First staffers react to the latest Miami Marlins series and prepare you for what lies ahead.
Sunday's show was hosted by Ely Sussman and featured panelists Kevin Barral, Alex Krutchik and Jeremiah Geiger. The following topics were covered:
<ul>
<li>After trailing 2-0 through eight innings on Sunday, Marlins rally for 6-2 win</li>
<li>Otto Lopez climbs another spot on Marlins' all-time bWAR list</li>
<li>Who plays second base if Xavier Edwards&nbsp;misses time</li>
<li>Higher quality plate appearances and baserunning decisions from Jakob Marsee&nbsp;</li>
<li>Final thoughts on&nbsp;the club's potential September call-ups</li>
<li>Surprising&nbsp;consistency from every member of the starting rotation</li>
<li>NL Wild Card race updates</li>
<li>Previewing and predicting the next series against the Kansas City Royals</li>
</ul>
Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: <a href="https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10">seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10</a> Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount
Start your FOX One 3-day Free trial today at <a href="https://foxone.com">FOXOne.com</a>
This podcast is brought to you by Jet Ski Rentals of South Florida&mdash;offering Miami&rsquo;s best jet ski and boat adventures. With six jet ski locations and over 120 boats, there&rsquo;s something for every style and every budget.
They&rsquo;re reservation-based only. To inquire, call 305-990-2192, or check them out online at <a href="https://SFJetskiRentals.com">https://SFJetskiRentals.com</a>.
Make sure to use promo code FISHONFIRST to receive 10% off your next booking.

Ely, Kevin, Alex and Jeremiah discuss the Marlins taking full advantage of a sloppy Nationals team, the limited options at second base if Xavier Edwards misses time and Tuesday's upcoming roster expansion.

Season-Saving Win? Marlins' 9th-Inning Comeback, Xavier Edwards Injury Scare & More

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With only four weeks remaining in the regular season, Ely Sussman provides a detailed update on the Miami Marlins' pursuit of a National League Wild Card berth. That includes recapping what their playoff odds were at various points in the season, highlighting the key players whose performances have been particularly impactful (in either a positive or negative direction), looking ahead at the club's September schedule and projecting how many wins they'll need to reach October.

All Fish On First podcasts are brought to you by Jet Ski Rentals of South Florida—offering Miami’s best jet ski and boat adventures. With six jet ski locations and over 120 boats, there’s something for every style and every budget.

They’re reservation-based only. To inquire, call 305-990-2192, or check them out online at https://SFJetskiRentals.com. 

Make sure to use promo code FISHONFIRST to receive 10% off your next booking.

With only four weeks remaining in the regular season, Ely Sussman provides a detailed update on the Miami Marlins' pursuit of a National League Wild Card berth. That includes recapping what their playoff odds were at various points in the season, highlighting the key players whose performances have been particularly impactful (in either a positive or negative direction), looking ahead at the club's September schedule and projecting how many wins they'll need to reach October.
All Fish On First podcasts are brought to you by Jet Ski Rentals of South Florida&mdash;offering Miami&rsquo;s best jet ski and boat adventures. With six jet ski locations and over 120 boats, there&rsquo;s something for every style and every budget.
They&rsquo;re reservation-based only. To inquire, call 305-990-2192, or check them out online at&nbsp;<a href="https://SFJetskiRentals.com">https://SFJetskiRentals.com</a>.&nbsp;
Make sure to use promo code FISHONFIRST to receive 10% off your next booking.

With only four weeks remaining in the regular season, Ely provides a detailed update on the Marlins' pursuit of a National League Wild Card berth.

Zero Margin for Error: Marlins Clinging to Life in NL Wild Card Race

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Offishial Show #171: Marlins' Season Will Crumble Without Moves, Adjustments

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