Since Derek Jeter’s ownership group took control of the Miami Marlins in late September, the following things have happened:- The contracts of Hall of Famers Andre Dawson and Tony Perez, former longtime manager Jack McKeon and Jeff “Mr. Marlin” Conine, all of whom were special assistants or team ambassadors for the franchise, were not renewed. - Fox Sports Florida dropped play-by-play announcer Rich Waltz, who had been calling Marlins games for 13 years. - The team has shopped Giancarlo Stanton, who hit 59 home runs last year, in an effort to slash payroll. If he does not approve of a prospective trading partner, the team reportedly will start trading away other pieces of its roster.

Source: thestar December 01, 2017 19:07 UTC