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Fish Bites: Giancarlo Stanton ties Marlins all-time home run record

On this edition of Fish Bites, Giancarlo Stanton ties the Marlins all-time home run record, Henderson Alvarez likely to return this weekend, opinions pertaining to Andrew Heaney and a lot more.

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From Aaron to Stanton: A HR breakdown by franchise - Fish Bytes

After his home run during last night's victory against Milwaukee, Stanton tied Dan Uggla on the Marlins all-time home run list. Miami Herald's Clark Spencer put that in perspective by breaking down the complete list of franchise home run leader.

Henderson Alvarez likely to start Friday in Philadelphia - Fish Bytes

After being rumored to being finished with the season after suffering an oblique injury during his September 1st start, it appears that Alvarez's season might not be over. During a pre-game interview before Tuesday's game against Milwaukee, Redmond pointed out that the All-Star starter should be fine to pitch on Friday.

Miami Marlins to host Yankees, Red Sox in 2015 - Sun Sentinel

While the main focus with the Marlins is still directed on their faint postseason hopes, the upcoming could potentially look tough as they're schedule to host the Yankees and Red Sox during the upcoming season.

Andrew Heaney belongs in Rotation over the "Brads" - Marlin Maniac - A Miami Marlins Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More

New Marlin Maniac contributor Miller Lepree gives his reasoning of how Andrew Heaney is a better fit in the Marlins rotation than a few of their current starters.

Jarred Cosart's early success with Miami Marlins unprecedented - Sun Sentinel

Sun Sentinel's Juan Rodriguez takes a look at how Jarred Cosart's early Marlins success has been unprecedented.

Around the League

The 5 mistakes the A's made over the last 2 months - SBNation.com

None of them have to do with trading Yoenis Cespedes.

MLB reportedly issues clarification memo on home plate collision rule - SBNation.com

MLB attempted to get out in front of some potentially controversial situations in the postseason by clarifying a confusing rule.

Stray thoughts on Derek Jeter Day - SBNation.com

SB Nation's Grant Brisbee takes a look at how strange and uncomfortable that Derek Jeter Day was in his perspective.

Reasons to Believe in Danny Salazar | FanGraphs Baseball

FanGraphs' August Fagerstrom examines Indians' stud starter Danny Salazar from different perspectives in an attempt to figure out his true value.

David Wright out for season with left shoulder inflammation - SBNation.com

David Wright will miss the final three weeks of the season with persistent inflammation in the rotator cuff in his left shoulder, but the Mets third baseman doesn't need surgery, for now.

Fish Stripes

Marcell Ozuna brings missing power to Marlins lineup - Fish Stripes

Sure, the Miami Marlins have Giancarlo Stanton in the lineup, but in Marcell Ozuna, they have a second piece of power hitting that they have been missing since 2011.

Potential Giancarlo Stanton trades: St. Louis Cardinals - Fish Stripes

Don't get me wrong; the ideal scenario in most Marlins fans' minds involves Giancarlo Stanton signing a long-term extension. This article assumes that a long-term deal is not in the offing and instead looks at potential trades that make sense for the Marlins and their potential trade partner.

Miami Marlins news: Henderson Alvarez expected to start Friday - SBNation.com

According to The Sun Sentinel, starter Henderson Alvarez is expected to return to the rotation on Friday against the Phillies. Alvarez has been out with an oblique strain.

Andrew Heaney and goals in second Miami Marlins promotion - Fish Stripes

Andrew Heaney had a lot of things work for him last time around, and some things that did not work for him. What should he keep doing, and where can he improve?

Austin Dean's breakout season in Greensboro - Fish Stripes

Despite being one of the youngest players in the league, Austin Dean burst onto the scene playing for the Greensboro Grasshoppers in 2014.