Fish On First: A Miami Marlins podcast
Episodes
Earning Their Stripes: Franchise-Altering Week
03 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Danny, Ethan and Ian are back to analyze the surprising Zac Gallen/Jazz Chisholm challenge trade and the buzzer-beating Marlins/Rays trade that return...
Earning Their Stripes: RHP Cody Poteet
02 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Ely Sussman guest-hosts our first post-trade deadline episode, breaking down the impact that shortstop Jazz Chisholm and outfielder Jesús Sánchez ca...
A-Ball with Erik Oas: Former 1st-Round Pick RHP Tyler Kolek
30 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
A full report on the Clinton LumberKings and their current second-half playoff run. The club will have to adjust following the promotion of starting c...
Fish Bites: Wells Dusenbury of the Sun Sentinel
29 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Ely Sussman is on hosting duty this week to cover Saturday's "creative" trade involving Sergio Romo, Chris Vallimont and Lewin Díaz (1:48). Meanwhile...
A-Ball with Erik Oas: Catcher J.D. Osborne
24 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We give a full report on the hottest team in the Midwest League, the Clinton LumberKings. The Marlins Low-A affiliate boasts an incredible 21-9 during...
Fish Bites: Elite Farm System Gives Marlins Strong Foundation
22 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Danny returns to the airwaves to take a thorough look at the state of the Marlins rebuild as we move deep into year two of it (5:00). How much talent ...
A-Ball with Erik Oas: 3rd-Round MLB Draft Pick Peyton Burdick
17 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
A full report on the Clinton LumberKings includes highlighting the breakout bats of Connor Scott and Thomas Jones. Right-hander Zach Wolf has found hi...
Fish Bites: Breaking Down July 31 Marlins Trade Chips
15 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Making the "spot start" on Fish Bites during Danny's wedding weekend, Ely ties a bow on the 2019 Marlins MLB Draft class (3:00). Top picks JJ Bleday a...
A-Ball with Erik Oas: LumberKings Hitting Coach Frank Moore
10 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
A full LumberKings report on one of the hottest teams in the Midwest League. Previous podcast guest right-hander Jake Walters has earned his first pro...
Earning Their Stripes: Isan Díaz Has Nothing Left to Prove
09 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
ETS is back to react to Sunday's All-Star Futures Game in Cleveland (1:50). The Marlins earned three selections: right-hander Sixto Sánchez, second b...
Fish Bites: Marlins Limp Into All-Star Break
08 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Danny explains why it's so important to see the Marlins take an active approach to international free agency with the opening of the 2019-20 signing p...
A-Ball with Erik Oas: RHP Jake Walters
03 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
A full report on the hottest Marlins minor league affiliate, the Clinton LumberKings (0:40). Infielder Christopher Torres is igniting the offense whil...
Fish Bites: Updated Timeline for Marlins to be Competitive
01 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Danny outlines his timeline (6:00) for how the Marlins can go from the National League's worst record to postseason contender over the next few years....
Fish Bites: Glenn Geffner Talks Marlins Fan Support, Rebuild and Most Memorable Calls
27 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Now in his 12th season as a Marlins radio broadcaster, Glenn Geffner calls in to discuss his career path (3:35), assess the state of the club's rebuil...
A-Ball with Erik Oas: RHP Tyler Mitzel
26 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The LumberKings welcome new additions to the roster (4:20), including 2019 MLB Draft picks Peyton Burdick and Evan Edwards. In the aftermath of losing...
Earning Their Stripes: Moving Week in Marlins Farm System
25 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Danny, Ethan and Ian are relieved to see the Marlins farm system bearing fruit in the majors (3:00), with Jordan Yamamoto and Zac Gallen earning rotat...
Fish Bites: Depth Steps Up
24 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Danny shouts out rookie starters Sandy Alcantara, Jordan Yamamoto and Zac Gallen (4:15) for their performances during the 5-2 Marlins road trip. Meanw...
Earning Their Stripes: Trade "Peanuts" Posting Huge Numbers in MiLB, MLB
19 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 Ma...
A-Ball with Erik Oas: INF Bubba Hollins
19 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 12, we talk about the current LumberKings offensive slump and the crazy first-half performances from their players. Third baseman Bubba Hol...
Fish Bites: True Marlins Fans Few and Far Between
17 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 establish...
Earning Their Stripes: Isan Díaz on Puerto Rican Pride, Hard Work
13 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 alter...
A-Ball with Erik Oas: LHP Alex Vesia
12 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Fish Bites: Are Marlins Still on Schedule with Long-Term Plan?
10 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Daniel Martinez has trouble settling on a single Marlins Pitcher and Hitter of the Week given the multitude of viable candidates—Trevor Richards, Pa...
Fish Bites: Daniel Martinez guest spot on "Good Mornin' Amigo"
06 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Fish Stripes recently partnered with the High-A Jupiter Hammerheads to provide discounted tickets to the Florida State League All-Star Game at Roger D...
Earning Their Stripes: Bleday All Day
05 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Headlined by JJ Bleday, Kameron Misner and Nasim Nuñez (and possibly Evan Fitterer), the Marlins made good use of their 2019 MLB Draft position. Dann...
A-Ball with Erik Oas: Tanner Andrews on Multi-Sport Background, Nick Wittgren Connection
04 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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. The...
Fish Bites: Second Time's The Charm
03 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
As the most impressive Marlins players of the past week, Trevor Richards, Pablo López and Harold Ramírez get well-deserved shoutouts (2:05). Danny t...
A-Ball with Erik Oas: Prospect Development with LumberKings Pitching Coach Mark DiFelice
29 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Pitching Coach Mark DiFelice joins the podcast (8:30) to talk LumberKings culture, Marlins organization expectations, the analytics of baseball, and t...
Earning Their Stripes: Marlins Prospects from Yelich Trade Making Strong Cases for Call-ups
28 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It’s an impromptu Christian Yelich trade package special. Danny, Ethan and Ian analyze the hot performances from Triple-A New Orleans Baby Cakes Lew...
Fish Bites: Winning Streak Gives Young Marlins Taste of Success
27 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Closing out Memorial Day weekend, Danny highlights the top performing players during the Marlins latest road trip: Trevor Richards, Harold Ramírez, B...
A-Ball with Erik Oas: Outfielder Thomas Jones, LumberKings Pitching Success
22 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Erik Oas delivers a full report on the Clinton LumberKings, highlighting amazing no-hit bids from Humberto Mejía and Chris Vallimont. Outfielder Thom...
Earning Their Stripes: Top Marlins Targets in 2019 Draft Class
21 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
June 3 is right around the corner! Danny and Ian tell you about Cal first baseman Andrew Vaughn, prep shortstop C.J. Abrams, Vanderbilt outfielder JJ ...
Fish Bites: Marlins' Struggles, Long-Term Plan Spark National Debate
20 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Danny explains why he's so encouraged by Pablo López's start to the season despite the elevated earned run average (3:00), embraces the heated debate...
A-Ball with Erik Oas: Sean Reynolds Interview, LumberKings Prospect Report
15 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Clinton LumberKings' recent struggles defy the math in our full report on the Marlins Single-A affiliate. First baseman Sean Reynolds talks to us ...
Earning Their Stripes: Marlins Poised for Big International Splash
14 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Danny, Ethan and Ian celebrate the promotions of Harold Ramírez and Elieser Hernandez to the big league club (1:00), note the improved performance fr...
Fish Bites: Embrace the “Tank for Tork”
13 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Danny highlights Miami Marlins who have had under-the-radar success (3:08) such as Nick Anderson, Neil Walker and Rosell Herrera, explains the impac...
Earning Their Stripes: Harold Time??!?!
08 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Danny, Ethan and Ian offer quick thoughts on The Athletic’s unflattering report about Marlins vice president of player development and scouting Gary...
A-Ball with Erik Oas: Connor Scott Mature Beyond His Years
07 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Finding his stroke after a slow start to the 2019 season, outfielder Connor Scott (11:15) talks adjustments to the Midwest, reacting to being drafted ...
Fish Bites: Rock Bottom for 2019 Marlins?
06 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Danny recaps a dynamic week for the Miami Marlins (2:13), most notably the "Loria-esque" firing of president of business operations Chip Bowers and th...
Fish Bites: Best Fits for Marlins in 2019 MLB Draft
06 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The 2019 MLB Draft will be a critical event in the Marlins' rebuilding process. To prepare, Burke Granger of 2080 Baseball joins Aram to reflect on th...
A-Ball with Erik Oas: Chris Vallimont Interview; April Report Card
01 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We give a full report card of the Miami Marlins Single-A team, the Clinton LumberKings, and are then joined by Opening Day starter and Marlins 2018 5t...
Earning Their Stripes: How Monte Harrison Remade His Swing
30 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Super special guest on ETS this week: Monte Harrison! The Marlins outfield prospect is a consensus Top 5 talent in the farm system and trending toward...
Fish Bites: Who Do the 2019 Marlins Remind You of?
29 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Danny recaps the previous week of Marlins major league games (7:12), highlights Caleb Smith (9:30) and Jorge Alfaro (15:05) for their hot starts to th...
A-Ball with Erik Oas: Will Banfield on the Art of Catching
24 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Catcher Will Banfield, a highly touted 2018 MLB Draft pick, sits down for an extended interview (6:08) on his baseball gifts, the art of catching, and...
Earning Their Stripes: Baby Cakes Stars Growing Up Fast
23 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of ETS begins by highlighting all Marlins on Baseball America's 2019 "Best Tools In The Minors" list (2:15), then explores numerous inter...
Fish Bites: Still Re2pecting the Process
22 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In the first of his many episodes as Fish Bites host, Danny explains his personal and professional background (5:15), sets a plan for involving fans i...
Earning Their Stripes: Will Stewart Getting Comfortable in Jupiter, Marlins Organization
18 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Marlins left-hander Will Stewart joins Ethan and Ian for an interview about all aspects of his career (0:36), including what it means for him to be pa...
A-Ball with Erik Oas: Jerar Encarnación & the Path to Baseball in America
17 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Miami Marlins prospect Jerar Encarnacion (13:45) talks with us about his unusual discovery as a baseball player and the path to playing in the United ...
Fish Bites: Breaking Down First 2 Weeks of 2019 Marlins Season
11 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Fish Bites is back with a focus on the major league Marlins. Ely Sussman and Alex Contreras discuss pleasant surprises and disappointments from early ...
A-Ball with Erik Oas: Josh Roberson Interview
09 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Clinton LumberKings pitcher and Miami Marlins prospect Josh Roberson joins the show (13:00) to talk about his strong start to the 2019 season, his bas...
Earning Their Stripes: Get to Know Us
09 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
ETS has some real minor league action to cover this time! Daniel Martinez, Ethan Budowsky and Ian Smith tell us more about their personal/professional...
Earning Their Stripes: 2019 MiLB Season Preview
04 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Ely Sussman, Ethan Budowsky, Daniel Martinez and Ian Smith introduce you to ETS, a new weekly show covering the talented Miami Marlins farm system! Th...
A-Ball with Erik Oas: Manager Mike Jacobs, Opening Day Roster & Prospects
04 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Clinton LumberKings Manager Mike Jacobs joins the show (5:40) to talk about his role in the Marlins organization in 2019, the Opening Day roster, and ...
Fish Bites Podcast Episode 13: Adam Mcinturff Joins the Show!
20 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Mcinturff of 2080 baseball joins the show to talk about the JT Realmuto trade and the impact it has on the Marlins rapidly climbing system. Aram ...
Fish Bites Podcast Episode 12: Jeff Conine joins the show!
06 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Marlin, Jeff Conine joins Aram to talk about his journey to the big leagues and his career with the Marlins, World Series titles and some crazy s...
Fish Bites Podcast Episode 11: Tim Healey is back!
09 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Mets Newsday beat writer, Tim Healey, joins the show to talk about the Winter Meetings, the JT Realmuto sweepstakes, and the NL East moves. Learn m...
Fish Bites Podcast Episode 10: Andre Fernandez joins the show!
21 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Andre Fernandez of The Athletic joins Aram to talk about the Marlins marketing overhaul led by the new logos and jerseys (0:00), the J.T. Realmuto swe...
Fish Bites Podcast Episode 9: Craig Mish joins the show!
09 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Sirius XM Radio Host and "Swings and Mishes" Podcast Host, Craig Mish joins Aram to talk about his new podcast (0:00), what it was like to breaking ne...
Fish Bites Podcast Episode 8: Prospect Analysis with 2080 Baseball
22 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
2080 Baseball Assistant Director of Scouting, Adam McInturff joins the show to talk about Marlins prospects. Aram and Adam kick things off with t...
Fish Bites Podcast Episode 6: Tommy Hutton joins the show
16 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Longtime Marlins broadcaster and Fox Sports Florida analyst, Tommy Hutton joins the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoi...
Fish Bites Podcast Episode 5: Will Banfield
06 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Marlins top catching prospect and third selection in the 2018 Draft, Will Banfield, joins the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...
Fish Bites Episode 4: Draft Recap, Prospect Analysis
03 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Adam McInturff, the assistant scouting director of 2080 Baseball joins Aram to talk about hte Marlins draft and many of the organization's budding pro...
Fish Bites Episode 3 Draft, Prospects, Trades
04 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Aram and new Fish Stripes Managing Editor Ely discuss the MLB draft, Minor League performance, trades, and more. Learn more about your ad choices....
Fish Bites Podcast Episode 2: Assessing the Marlins
20 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Aram and Ely analyze the Marlins at the 3 week Mark in the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fish Bites Podcast: Opening Day/Cubs Preview
28 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Aram talks to Al Yellon, managing editor of Bleed Cubbie Blue about the upcoming season and Opening Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...
Fish Bites Podcast: Giancarlo Stanton Trade
04 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Aram brings on the writers of the Giants, Dodgers, and Cardinals SB Nation Blogs to talk about where the reigning MVP may land. Learn more about you...
Fish Bites Podcast Episode 5: New ownership, MVP voting, Team Future
12 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Marlins Sun-Sentinel beat writer Tim Healey joins Aram to talk about the new ownership, MVP Voting, and the teams future. Is Giancarlo Stanton the MV...
Fish Bites Podcast: Tim Healey joins the show!
16 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Aram Leighton talks with the Sun Sentinel's Tim Healey about Giancarlo Stanton's incredible home run streak, the sale of the Marlins and much more! L...
Fish Bites Podcast Episode 4: All-Star Break, Trade Rumors, Marlins Sale
13 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Aram and Michael talk about the All-Star Break, and some changes that should be made, trade rumors, could Martin Prado or Dee Gordon be on the move? a...
Fish Bites Podcast Episode 3: Marlins Sale, Future of the Franchise
03 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Marlins beat writer of the Sun-Sentinel, Tim Healey joins Aram to discuss the latest developments with the potential Marlins sale, whether the Marlin...
Fish Bites Podcast Episode 2: Evaluating the Marlins Start
24 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Aram and Connor discuss the Marlins start to the season and how successful they think the Marlins have been through two weeks. The writers also discus...
Fish Bites Podcast Episode 1: Final Roster Moves, Keys to Success, Predictions
01 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The first episode of a weekly series for the 2017 season, Fish Bites is the place to go for all Marlins talk all the time. This episode talks about th...