Have we had enough of Uggla?

Excited Dave — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 14:57:31 -0000

This will be short and sweet, and I don't want to cause a stink with my opinion. However, I am really interested in everyone else's opinions. Please comment on Dan Uggla and whether his presence helps the team. Is the occasional homerun enough? Defense has been solid, but is he even an avg hitter, can he hit off a pitcher with"stuff"? I have my opinions, and based on these questions, you probably know what my answers are. My answer to the headline is yes. I've had enough. I like the guy, but my gosh, can there be anybody more "un-clutch"?

We need Hanley Ramirez Back

Excited Dave — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 15:23:24 -0000

I'm sorry to sound like a downer on my first post, but the bats of the Marlins almost seem impotent without Hanley Ramirez in the lineup. Ramirez has missed 3 games so far with a hip-flexor problem. Uggla in the 3rd spot is not a good thing. Cannot understand why Cody Ross is not moved there, or at least higher in the order. Why not in the 2 spot? He has been one of the few consistent, and reliable contributors in the batting order. At this point he has earned it. The missed opportunities at the top of the order has been amazing since the sidelining of Ramirez. Please come back soon Hanley!

Another little tidbit, why would Hermida be in over Coghlan when a lefty is starting? They both do struggle and their avg is similar, but the advantage of better speed and defense goes with the rookie. Not to mention the potential for excitement. I'm sorry, but I have had a lot more excitement watching Coghlan play than I have watching Hermida.(sorry Jeremy). Just my opinion, and just like what they say, every has one of those too.

JJ and Nolasco have been great, It's tough when you don't get the run support. The rest of the Staff has been solid too, just need them bats to start waking up.

Go Marlins, please!

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Have we had enough of Uggla?

We need Hanley Ramirez Back