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- Updated: July 29, 2016
MIAMI — With the acquisition of Andrew Cashner and Colin Rea on Friday, it’s no secret the Marlins are all in this year. The players have taken notice, too, and are happy to see the club’s commitment to winning.
Fernando Rodney, who will be rejoined by his former teammates from San Diego, was all smiles when speaking to reporters on Friday afternoon.
“I know this guy pretty well. He’s good, to me,” Rodney said of Cashner. “I’m very happy, as you can see.”
Rodney’s sentiment was a shared one around the clubhouse. At 55-47, the Marlins entered Friday tied with the Cardinals for the second National League Wild Card spot. Players feel 2016 could mark the Marlins’ first postseason berth since the 2003 World Series-championship run, and they’re happy their hard work has caught the attention of the front office.
“He’s going to help us to go wherever we need to go,” ace Jose Fernandez said of Cashner. “I’m glad he’s here. I’m glad he’s going …
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