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Tue, Aug 31st 2010, 10:15

Hanley returns with a homer, but Marlins fall

Rain created less than ideal conditions on Monday night. But overall sloppy play contributed to the Marlins losing, 9-3, to the Nationals at soggy Sun Life Stadium.

On a night where heavy rain caused a 2-hour, 49-minute delay before the game started, the Marlins committed two errors, tossed four wild pitches and had four unearned runs scored.

The Nationals capitalized on the generosity, and used a pair of three-run homers by Adam Dunn and Ryan Zimmerman to power their way to victory in front of an announced paid-attendance crowd of 18,326.

Hanley Ramirez homered and Brett Hayes added a two-run blast for Florida, which has now dropped three straight to fall to 65-65 on the year. Monday’s loss followed up a disheartening, 7-6…

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Wed, Jul 14th 2010, 09:50

JJ, Hanley enjoy this All-Star Game the most

Marlins right-hander Josh Johnson was able to participate in the All-Star festivities for the second consecutive year, but he calls this year the best for two reasons.

He was able to watch teammate Hanley Ramirez finish second behind Red Sox slugger David Ortiz in the State Farm Home Run Derby on Monday. During the contest, Johnson’s wife wanted to leave because their son was getting restless, but the pitcher stuck around until the end.

“I said, ‘We have to stay here,’” Johnson said. “My son was getting a little restless — running around and going crazy — but it was good that Hanley did a great job for the organization.”

The second reason was that Johnson also was able to pitch in the…

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Tue, Jul 13th 2010, 09:17

Hanley finishes 2nd in derby

Hanley Ramirez’s strategy entering Monday night’s State Farm Home Run Derby was a simple one.

“I’m just going to try as hard as I can,” the Marlins shortstop said. “I’m not going to try to get too tired and watch what [Miguel] Cabrera is going to do.”

The strategy worked. At least it did for two glorious rounds of hard-hitting action.

Ramirez, who finished runner-up in the Home Run Derby to Boston’s David Ortiz, hit nine home runs in the first round, including two home runs with the gold balls worth $17,000 each for the Boys & Girls Club. He hit a home run on his first swing, and at one point, Ramirez launched four homers in a row into the stands. In…

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Sat, Jul 10th 2010, 09:37

Hanley set to participate in first HR Derby

Swinging for the fences won’t mess up Hanley Ramirez.

At least that is the opinion of the Marlins shortstop, who confirmed on Friday that indeed he would compete in Monday’s Home Run Derby.

Ramirez had been having second thoughts since telling the league that he would compete in the annual event. On Thursday, MLB announced Ramirez would take part. But before the Marlins faced the D-backs at Chase Field, the three-time All-Star was reconsidering.

The reason for backtracking is Ramirez is hoping the Marlins pick things up in the second half. For them to get back into the race, the team needs their 26-year-old All-Star to raise his game. A concern for competitors in the Derby is it might throw their swings off.

Asked…

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Tue, Jul 6th 2010, 10:53

Hanley selected to start 3rd straight All-Star game

Among stars, they’re regarded as stars.

Once again, the two building blocks of the Marlins are headed to the All-Star Game. Based on their immense abilities, they should contend annually.

For the third straight year, Hanley Ramirez is the people’s choice to represent Florida as the National League starting shortstop.

Josh Johnson, meanwhile, was picked by his peers. The ace of the staff will be headed to his second consecutive All-Star Game.

“Obviously, very deserving, and congratulations to them. I hope they do well,” said Marlins second baseman Dan Uggla, who was worthy of consideration, but didn’t make the squad. “As long as he stays healthy, I think J.J. will be in Cy Young contention every year. I think he will be in All-Star…

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