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Spring Training 2013: Miami Marlins set roster for Opening Day

As Opening Day in Washington is quickly approaching, the Miami Marlins have made several decisions in terms of the roster. With the exception of backup catcher, the Marlins' 25-man roster appears to be set, as do their starting lineups and rotation.

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Spring Training 2013: Miami Marlins Demote Jacob Turner Among Seven Others

The Miami Marlins finally followed through on what seemed like a certainty just a few days ago. Jacob Turner was among seven Marlins players demoted to the minors.

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Spring Training 2013: The Difference Between Marlins' Jacob Turner and Christian Yelich, Jose Fernandez

The Miami Marlins have already demoted top pitching prospect Jose Fernandez, and outfielder Christian Yelich is on his way as well. The Fish may also consider demoting starter Jacob Turner. What is the difference between these demotions?

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Spring Training 2013: Miami Marlins Demote Prospect Christian Yelich

We knew it was inevitable, and it finally happened today. The Miami Marlins have sent down top prospect Christian Yelich to minor league camp.

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Spring Training 2013: Miami Marlins Have Little Time To Choose Center Fielder, Starting Rotation

Though Opening Day is just over a week away, the Miami Marlins still have several personnel decisions to make. Among the more noticeable ongoing battles are in center field and the rotation, where Jacob Turner may have lost his starting job.

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Spring Training 2013: Miami Marlins Release Chone Figgins

The Miami Marlins have released Chone Figgins, reducing their major league camp size to 42 players. Who benefits from this move?

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Spring Training 2013: The Miami Marlins 2013 Outfield Platoon

The 2013 Miami Marlins should manage their left and center field positions on a platoon basis to start the year. This serves to make them better for the present and potentially better in the future.

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Spring Training 2013: Miami Marlins' Jacob Turner In Danger of Losing Rotation Spot

Thanks to strong performances by Miami Marlins starter candidates Wade LeBlanc and Kevin Slowey and the relative struggler of Jacob Turner, the Marlins may consider someone else for Turner's starting rotation spot.

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Spring Training 2013: Miami Marlins Position Battles, Week 2

The Miami Marlins still have a few roster spots available for the 2013 season, and the position battles going on between players rage on at fifth starter, first base, utility player, and backup outfielder.

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Christian Yelich Not Among Marlins With Chance To Break Camp With Miami

Miami Marlins outfield prospect Christian Yelich has had a very impressive spring, but isn't likely to join the team in Washington on April 1 because of the status of his contract. Yelich is expected to begin the season Double-A Jacksonville.

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When Should Miami Marlins Top Prospect Jose Fernandez Debut?

The Miami Marlins sent top prospect Jose Fernandez to minor league camp despite a decent performance in spring training. When should he debut in Marlins colors?

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Spring Training 2013 Recap: Miami Marlins 1, Atlanta Braves 2

The Miami Marlins failed to hit and score much in the way of runs, but there were positives abound in the performance of starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi in the team's 2-1 loss to the Atlanta Braves.

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Spring Training 2013 Recap: Miami Marlins 4, Houston Astros 9

The Miami Marlins suffered a loss to the Houston Astros earlier today thanks to four home runs off of starting pitcher Ricky Nolasco.

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Spring Training 2013 Recap: Miami Marlins 8, Boston Red Sox 7

The Miami Marlins pulled off a walk-off win against the Boston Red Sox, beating them thanks to a game-winning two-run home run by prospect Christian Yelich. Yelich continues to turn heads as spring training rolls on.

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Spring Training 2013 Recap: Miami Marlins 10, Atlanta Braves 2

The Miami Marlins' offense finally awoke, as Chone Figgins, Marcell Ozuna, and Chris Coghlan led the team's assault en route to a 10-2 victory over the Atlanta Braves.

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Spring Training 2013 Recap: Miami Marlins 7, Washington Nationals 8

The Miami Marlins won their other split-roster game, with top prospect Jose Fernandez putting up an impressive debut as part of an 8-7 victory over the Washington Nationals.

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Spring Training 2013 Recap: Miami Marlins 0, St. Louis Cardinals 2

The Miami Marlins failed to score again and were shut out by the St. Louis Cardinals just a day removed from a strong performance versus the New York Yankees. Starting pitcher Jacob Turner put up a strong effort in the loss.

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Spring Training 2013 Notes: Marlins Cut 11 Players From Camp, Name Nolasco Opening Day Starter

The Miami Marlins are slowly advancing in spring training and onto the 2013 season, and it begins with the team naming Ricky Nolasco the official Opening Day starter and making 11 cuts from the major league camp.

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Spring Training 2013: No Miami Marlins Players Locked Into Roster

With around 20 spring training games to be played before the Marlins begin their regular season in Washington, there aren't many positions that are not available for non-roster invitees trying to earn a roster spot.

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Spring Training 2013 Recap: Miami Marlins 1, New York Mets 4

The Miami Marlins had a bright spot in Ricky Nolasco's stellar second spring training start in an otherwise dismal loss to the New York Mets, 4-1.

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Spring Training 2013 Recap: Miami Marlins 2, St. Louis Cardinals 7

The Miami Marlins got a decent performance out of Kevin Slowey and Donovan Solano, but ultimately failed against the St. Louis Cardinals 7-2.

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Spring Training 2013 Recap: Miami Marlins 5, Washington Nationals 1

The Miami Marlins had a strong offensive outing backed by a fantastic pitching performance by Nathan Eovaldi and the rest of the team's staff en route to a 5-1 victory over the Washington Nationals.

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Spring Training 2013 Recap: Miami Marlins 7, New York Mets 5

The Miami Marlins hit three home runs en route to a 7-5 victory over the New York Mets. Giancarlo Stanton went deep for the first time in 2013 for the Fish, while Casey Kotchman contributed on his first game back from injury.

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Spring Training 2013 Recap: Miami Marlins 6, Atlanta Braves 7

The Miami Marlins fell just short of a major comeback against the Atlanta Braves, eventually losing 7-6 despite a five-run eighth inning.

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Spring Training 2013 Recap: Miami Marlins 2, Washington Nationals 2

The Miami Marlins and Washington Nationals battled to a 10th inning tie game after the Marlins strung together enough hits to extend the game against closer Drew Storen. Starter Henderson Alvarez looked good in his first Marlins start.

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Spring Training 2013 Recap: Miami Marlins 8, St. Louis Cardinals 3

The Miami Marlins played their first game of the 2013 spring training season and won versus the St. Louis Cardinals, 8-3. Giancarlo Stanton and Alfredo Silverio were the heroes, while Jeff Mathis suffered an injury in the victory.

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Miami Marlins Spring Training 2013 Notes: Kotchman, Figgins, Pierre, Stanton, and More

The Miami Marlins finished their first weekend of action on the diamond during spring training. Here are some minor notes regarding Casey Kotchman's signing, Chone Figgins and Juan Pierre's friendship, Gorkys Hernandez's new approach, and more.

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Miami Marlins Spring Training 2013 Notes: Nolasco, Figgins, Marlins Legends

The Miami Marlins' position players report today, and amid the excitement of a fresh spring training start are some notes regarding Ricky Nolasco, Chone Figgins, and players out of options.

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Miami Marlins Spring Training 2013: Position Players Report to Camp

The Miami Marlins' position players will report to camp today, thus officially starting the preparation towards spring training games and the new season. Which players of interest are the Marlins bringing in?

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Spring Training 2013: Miami Marlins Spring Training Schedule

The Miami Marlins have begun spring training, and the team's schedule has been out for some time. What are the games that you should check out? Find out inside!

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Spring Training 2013: Miami Marlins Pitchers and Catchers Report

The Miami Marlins are beginning their dredge through the 2013 season today, as pitchers and catchers report to spring training at Roger Dean Stadium in Jupiter.