Miami Marlins morning news: Club could pursue Yovani Gallardo

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Miami is hoping to add starting pitching this winter and Yovani Gallardo could be an option. MLB.com's Joe Frisaro expects the Marlins to pursue Gallardo this offseason.

I expect #Marlins to pursue Gallardo in free agency. closely watching #ALDS #Rangers #BlueJays

— Joe Frisaro (@JoeFrisaro) October 8, 2015

As the offseason begins, the Marlins have made it a goal to first find their next manager. The expectation is the club will hire someone with previous managerial experience.

Miami thrived throughout September and hopes to carry that momentum into 2016.

Adeiny Hechavarria remains a candidate to be named baseball's best defensive player.

The fences at Marlins Park will be moved in before the start of 2016. Multiple players have noted the gaps are too spacious.

Ichiro Suzuki will be back with the Marlins next season after being re-signed by the club.

Marlins President David Samson regrets asking Dan Jennings to manage the team after Mike Redmond was dismissed.

Dee Gordon is the Marlins' nominee for the Roberto Clemente Award.

Quite a few changes are coming to the Marlins. Keep track of them here.

There are multiple things we can learn from the 2015 campaign.

Around the League

Chad Qualls was left off of the Astros' playoff roster.

There is not a lack of interest in the Nationals' managerial job.

Joe Girardi could be on the hot seat next season.

Colorado opted to keep Walt Weiss heading into 2016.

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