Miami Marlins

Remix The News: David Kobert, Miami Dolphins And Circus Politics

Kenny Malone — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 11:00:00 +0000

We're a little over two weeks away from the scheduled Miami-Dade County referendum on proposed upgrades to the Miami Dolphins' Sun Life Stadium.

One Wary Dolphins Fan Weighs A Publicly-Funded Roof For 'Joe Robbie Stadium'

Bill Andrews — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 14:00:09 +0000

SunLife Stadium, which I will forever lovingly call Joe Robbie Stadium, in honor of the man who built it, on his own, with no public funding, is in need of some sprucing up. The current owner is asking for public money to help in this endeavor. A public that is very wary of rich team owners asking for financial help—think Marlins.

So, is this a replay of a Greek tragedy?

Should Public Money Fund Sun Life Stadium Upgrades?

Elaine Chen — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 21:18:34 +0000

Marlins are no help for Dolphins. The proposal by the Miami Dolphins to fund approximately $400 million in stadium renovations through county hotel taxes and state general funds is not getting a warm reception. And it’s probably not because of reports by economists showing that events like the Super Bowl don’t contribute significantly to the host communities.

Tax Funds For Dophin Stadium Would Be 'Welfare For Billionaires,' Braman Says

Arianna Prothero — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 14:30:00 +0000

South Florida businessman Norman Braman is calling the proposed plan to renovate Sun Life Stadium with the public dollars "plain welfare for a multi-billionaire."

He contends that Miami Dolphins owner Shephen Ross’ football team is a private asset and should not receive any public money.

Why Economists Are Skeptical Of Dolphins' Plan To Renovate Stadium With Tax Dollars

Arianna Prothero — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 23:10:38 +0000

The Miami Dolphins' proposed deal to use state and local tax dollars to renovate Sun Life stadium is getting some big endorsements.

But the benefits a renovated stadium would bring the county are questionable, some economists say.

We're Not The Marlins, Dolphins Say, But We Do Need Tax Money For Our Stadium

Rick Stone — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 12:41:35 +0000

Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross has an appointment with reporters today to discuss his plans to go after public funding to renovate Sun Life Stadium.

The cost estimate is $400 million, says the Miami Herald, some of which Ross apparently hopes to raise from state and local government sources.

Marlins Shed All-Star Talent; Fans Feel Betrayed

Phil Latzman — Sat, 24 Nov 2012 01:20:48 +0000

A small group of fans recently gathered at the Marlins' new half-billion dollar stadium in Miami's Little Havana to protest in both in Spanish and in English. They want new owners after the team's latest purge: the trade of All-Stars Jose Reyes, Mark Buehrle and Josh Johnson to the Blue Jays in return for seven mostly unknown players.

Marlins Trade Away Top Players - And Fans' Trust

Elaine Chen — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 19:06:43 +0000

The Marlins latest fire sale is official: Major League Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig approved the trade of 5 of the team’s top players.

What's Going On With Obamacare, Early Voting And The Miami Marlins

Elaine Chen — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 22:00:00 +0000

This week on The Florida Roundup: Have state GOP leaders taken the election as a cue to change course?

Miami Marlins Trade Starters To Toronto Blue Jays

Steve Inskeep — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 11:52:41 +0000

The Florida Marlins have dumped much of their starting line-up, engineering a huge trade with the Toronto Blue Jays. The players include high-priced free agents the team pursued for its inaugural season in its new stadium.

Miami Marlins Choose New Manager, Again

Phil Latzman — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 17:52:07 +0000

The Miami Marlins have chosen their new manager.