Mon, Mar 31st 2008, 11:35
Coming off an 71 win season, the Marlins open the 2008 season today at 4:10 pm ET against the NY Mets at Dolphin Stadium. The Marlins head into a new season out to prove they can once again emerge as surprise contenders. Hanley is an incredibly important member of the crew back for his third full big league campaign.
The Marlins have given the opening day nod to left handed pitcher Mark Hendrickson who is a free-agent pickup brought in by the Marlins to provide some leadership.
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