Ely Sussman discusses where things currently stand with the 2024 Miami Marlins payroll following the non-tender deadline (3:30), then takes on the enigma that is Vidal Bruján (16:45). How is it that a former MLB Top 100 prospect with solid contact skills from both sides of the plate continues to flop when given big league opportunities? What would qualify as a successful outcome for Bruján's career moving forward?

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Ely Sussman discusses where things currently stand with the 2024 Miami Marlins payroll following the non-tender deadline (3:30), then takes on the enigma that is Vidal Bruján (16:45). How is it that a former MLB Top 100 prospect with solid contact skills from both sides of the plate continues to flop when given big league opportunities? What would qualify as a successful outcome for Bruján's career moving forward?Follow Ely (<a href="https://twitter.com/RealEly">@RealEly</a>) and Fish On First (<a href="https://twitter.com/FishOnFirst">@FishOnFirst</a>) on Twitter. Complete Miami Marlins coverage at <a href="https://fishonfirst.com/">FishOnFirst.com</a>. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

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The Marlins are banking on Bruján being better at the plate than he was with the Rays. Good news: there's nowhere to go but up.

The Offishial Show | Why Can't Vidal Bruján Hit MLB Pitching?

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/2cefcdd8-6393-48f7-aaea-b3f501773167/transcript

After more than eight years together as members of the Miami Marlins organization, former team president David Samson and All-Star reliever AJ Ramos reconnect on Fish Unfiltered! Along with Isaac Azout, they discuss the outlook of this year's team (on and off the field), the highs and lows of Samson's tenure in the front office from 2002-2017, why it's uniquely challenging to build a fanbase in Florida and much more.

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After more than eight years together as members of the Miami Marlins organization, former team president David Samson and All-Star reliever AJ Ramos reconnect on Fish Unfiltered! Along with Isaac Azout, they discuss the outlook of this year's team (on and off the field), the highs and lows of Samson's tenure in the front office from 2002-2017, why it's uniquely challenging to build a fanbase in Florida and much more.
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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.

Special guest David Samson discusses the highs and lows of his Marlins tenure, why it's uniquely challenging to build a fanbase in Florida and much more.

David Samson Interview: Miami's Business Challenges, Managing Player Relationships & More

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/03134487-139e-4521-9f0d-b448014deb78/transcript

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

Monday's show was hosted by Alex Carver and featured panelists Ely Sussman, Kevin Barral, Jeremiah Geiger and Nate Karzmer. The following topics were covered: 
Marlins releasing (rather than outrighting) Chris Paddack
Unusual pitch usage for Sandy Alcantara
Esteury Ruiz thriving in his role
What Joe Mack and Robby Snelling have shown us so far
First-inning pitching struggles for the whole staff
Eury Pérez underperforming his immense talent
Who gets sent down to make room for Pete Fairbanks?
Previewing and predicting the next series against the Minnesota Twins

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This podcast is 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.

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Fish On First staffers react to the latest Miami Marlins series and prepare you for what lies ahead.
Monday's show was hosted by Alex Carver and featured panelists Ely Sussman, Kevin Barral, Jeremiah Geiger and Nate Karzmer. The following topics were covered:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Marlins releasing (rather than outrighting) Chris Paddack</li>
<li>Unusual pitch usage for Sandy Alcantara</li>
<li>Esteury Ruiz thriving in his role</li>
<li>What Joe Mack and Robby Snelling have shown us so far</li>
<li>First-inning pitching struggles for the whole staff</li>
<li>Eury P&eacute;rez underperforming his immense talent</li>
<li>Who gets sent down to make room for Pete Fairbanks?</li>
<li>Previewing and predicting the next series against the Minnesota Twins</li>
</ul>
Go to <a href="https://hellofresh.com/FT10FM">HelloFresh.com/FT10FM</a> now to Get 10 Free Meals + a Free breakfast for Life! One per box with active subscription. Free meals applied as a discount on the first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.
Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* <a href="https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10">seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10</a> Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount
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.

Alex C., Ely, Kevin, Jeremiah and Nate discuss a much-needed Marlins series win, next steps for the underachieving Eury Pérez, the imminent return of Pete Fairbanks and more.

Marlins-Nationals Series Reaction: Nearly Back at Full Strength, No More Excuses

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

Thursday's show was hosted by Jeremiah Geiger and featured panelists Sean Millerick and Kevin Barral. The following topics were covered: 
Robby Snelling's upcoming Marlins debut and a chaotic series of roster moves
Why it was time for Graham Pauley to get sent down 
How come Eury Pérez isn't finding consistent success? 
Checking in on potential Sandy Alcantara trade scenarios 
The Marlins' strongest All-Star candidates
Previewing and predicting the next series against the Washington Nationals

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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.

Fish On First staffers react to the latest Miami Marlins series and prepare you for what lies ahead.
Thursday's show was hosted by Jeremiah Geiger and featured panelists Sean Millerick and Kevin Barral. The following topics were covered:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Robby Snelling's upcoming Marlins debut and a chaotic series of roster moves</li>
<li>Why it was time for Graham Pauley to get sent down&nbsp;</li>
<li>How come Eury P&eacute;rez isn't finding consistent success?&nbsp;</li>
<li>Checking in on potential Sandy Alcantara trade scenarios&nbsp;</li>
<li>The Marlins' strongest All-Star candidates</li>
<li>Previewing and predicting the next series against the Washington Nationals</li>
</ul>
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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&nbsp;<a href="https://SFJetskiRentals.com">https://SFJetskiRentals.com</a>.
Make sure to use promo code FISHONFIRST to receive 10% off your next booking.

Jeremiah, Sean and Kevin discuss all the new faces who we've seen play for the Marlins this week, the team's strongest All-Star candidates and more.

Marlins-Orioles Series Reaction: Breaking Down Latest Roster Moves & Debuts

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The Offishial Show | Why Can't Vidal Bruján Hit MLB Pitching?

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