Windy conditions don’t bother Johnson

Because of the winds and threat of rain, Josh Johnson thought his pitches may have been swayed — even somewhat — by the winds. Instead, the Marlins’ ace was remarkably sharp and efficient in three scoreless innings against the Cardinals.
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Stanton making strong case for roster spot

Plans may be changing regarding Marlins’ prize prospect Mike Stanton. Early in Spring Training, Stanton is building a case to make the big league leap sooner than many projected.
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Penn remains in mix for spot in rotation

For someone who is out of options, Hayden Penn is certainly creating opportunity. Entering Spring Training, the 25-year-old righty was regarded as a long shot to win a rotation spot with Florida. Now, the way he is throwing, don’t count him out.
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Penn sharp as Marlins maul Astros

Mike Stanton, Dan Uggla and Brett Carroll all homered, and starter Hayden Penn delivered a perfect three-inning outing as the Marlins crushed the Astros, 16-4, on Wednesday in Kissimmee, Fla.
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Turnbow ready to pitch in spring game

If all goes well, Derrick Turnbow says he’d need about seven or eight innings play to be ready for the regular season. On Tuesday, Turnbow threw a pain-free, 33-pitch bullpen session. The hope is to get him into a game either Friday or Saturday.
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Jimenez embracing ‘dark horse’ label

If you’re looking for a sleeper pick to earn a spot on the Marlins’ roster in Spring Training, keep an eye on the position battles at the corner-infield spots.
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Paulino leads Marlins’ hit attack vs. Nats

Ronny Paulino went 4-for-4 and Jorge Cantu hit a three-run homer, all part of Florida’s 18-hit day against Washington in the Marlins’ 11-2 win on Monday.
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Game turns against Marlins in ninth

The split-squad Marlins were doing fine on Monday until the ninth, when they gave up eight runs in their 11-2 loss to the Mets.
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Maybin, Ross hobbled by injuries

The early prognosis on Cameron Maybin is he will not do baseball activities for at least a few days after he strained his left groin on Sunday.
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Inbox: What’s Bonifacio’s role?

Is Emilio Bonifacio the first option off the bench this season? Could Jai Miller or Bryan Petersen win a starting job if Cody Ross struggles in Spring Training? Beat reporter Joe Frisaro answers all.
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