Ely Sussman
@realely.bsky.social
Only thing I really figured out is that I’ll never have it all figured out I Founder of @fishonfirst.com | ely.sussman@gmail.com
2020 MLB season stats will forever be hilarious
Shohei Ohtani: 80 wRC+
Vladimir Guerrero: 110 wRC+
Miguel Rojas: 140 wRC+
Jose Iglesias: 160 wRC+
Shohei Ohtani: 80 wRC+
Vladimir Guerrero: 110 wRC+
Miguel Rojas: 140 wRC+
Jose Iglesias: 160 wRC+
October 29, 2025 at 1:27 AM
2020 MLB season stats will forever be hilarious
Shohei Ohtani: 80 wRC+
Vladimir Guerrero: 110 wRC+
Miguel Rojas: 140 wRC+
Jose Iglesias: 160 wRC+
Shohei Ohtani: 80 wRC+
Vladimir Guerrero: 110 wRC+
Miguel Rojas: 140 wRC+
Jose Iglesias: 160 wRC+
Within here, I remind you that “finalists” for annual MLB awards are not actually finalists.
The winners are already decided. They get grouped with 2 guys who finished closest to them just to generate more widespread interest (and the gimmick works!).
The winners are already decided. They get grouped with 2 guys who finished closest to them just to generate more widespread interest (and the gimmick works!).
3 Marlins named NL Gold Glove finalists, even with Otto Lopez snubbed
No Marlin came close to winning a Gold Glove in 2024, but this year, they have guys in the mix for the second base, left field and utility awards.
fishonfirst.com
October 16, 2025 at 11:17 AM
Within here, I remind you that “finalists” for annual MLB awards are not actually finalists.
The winners are already decided. They get grouped with 2 guys who finished closest to them just to generate more widespread interest (and the gimmick works!).
The winners are already decided. They get grouped with 2 guys who finished closest to them just to generate more widespread interest (and the gimmick works!).
I somehow fell into this rabbit hole
September 28, 2025 at 3:13 PM
I somehow fell into this rabbit hole
I would recommend a six-year, $49 million extension between Jakob Marsee and the Marlins that includes club options for the 2032 and 2033 seasons
What would it cost for Marlins to extend sensational rookie Jakob Marsee?
As Jakob Marsee wraps up one of the best months that a Marlins rookie has ever had, let's contemplate a contract that would keep him in Miami for the next six to eight years.
fishonfirst.com
August 25, 2025 at 11:43 AM
I would recommend a six-year, $49 million extension between Jakob Marsee and the Marlins that includes club options for the 2032 and 2033 seasons
Jakob Marsee is the MLB leader in wins above replacement since debuting on August 1 with 1.6 fWAR.
For some context, Jesús Sánchez (solid player!) has never reached 1.6 fWAR in any single SEASON of his career.
For some context, Jesús Sánchez (solid player!) has never reached 1.6 fWAR in any single SEASON of his career.
Offishial News: Revisiting the Jake Burger trade as Maximo Acosta debuts
Today's news roundup includes more mind-boggling Jakob Marsee stats and updates on all of the players involved in the Maximo Acosta trade.
fishonfirst.com
August 18, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Jakob Marsee is the MLB leader in wins above replacement since debuting on August 1 with 1.6 fWAR.
For some context, Jesús Sánchez (solid player!) has never reached 1.6 fWAR in any single SEASON of his career.
For some context, Jesús Sánchez (solid player!) has never reached 1.6 fWAR in any single SEASON of his career.
The last box for Robby Snelling to check in his development is starting on 4 days’ rest.
If his next outing comes on Tuesday (and goes well), then we're officially on call-up watch.
If his next outing comes on Tuesday (and goes well), then we're officially on call-up watch.
Offishial News: Robby Snelling looks fully major league-ready
Today's news roundup includes highlights from Robby Snelling's latest double-digit strikeout game and an observation about what wasn't working for Eury Pérez against the Braves.
fishonfirst.com
August 8, 2025 at 1:56 PM
The last box for Robby Snelling to check in his development is starting on 4 days’ rest.
If his next outing comes on Tuesday (and goes well), then we're officially on call-up watch.
If his next outing comes on Tuesday (and goes well), then we're officially on call-up watch.
We are not on Joe Mack Watch until August 15
Why Marlins top catching prospect Joe Mack isn't being called up yet
Nick Fortes' departure clears the way for Mack to take over as the Marlins' primary catcher...eventually. Mack's promotion to the majors is not imminent.
fishonfirst.com
July 29, 2025 at 1:50 PM
We are not on Joe Mack Watch until August 15
2023 Luis Arraez had 3.4 fWAR in 147 games. Valuable, unforgettable season!
2025 Kyle Stowers already has 3.3 fWAR in 92 games. Running out of adjectives to describe how special he's been.
2025 Kyle Stowers already has 3.3 fWAR in 92 games. Running out of adjectives to describe how special he's been.
Kyle Stowers...again
Marlins All-Star Kyle Stowers picked up exactly where he left off before the break and walked it off for the third time this season.
fishonfirst.com
July 19, 2025 at 4:05 PM
2023 Luis Arraez had 3.4 fWAR in 147 games. Valuable, unforgettable season!
2025 Kyle Stowers already has 3.3 fWAR in 92 games. Running out of adjectives to describe how special he's been.
2025 Kyle Stowers already has 3.3 fWAR in 92 games. Running out of adjectives to describe how special he's been.
The “50” up top for Agustín Ramírez’s uniform number and the license plate is his debut date.
Absolutely crushed the subtle details!
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Absolutely crushed the subtle details!
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July 17, 2025 at 11:28 AM
The “50” up top for Agustín Ramírez’s uniform number and the license plate is his debut date.
Absolutely crushed the subtle details!
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Absolutely crushed the subtle details!
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We’ve got a messy NL Rookie of the Year race this year.
Agustín Ramírez is barely above replacement level, yet has a clear path to win. Chad Patrick has a sneaky convincing combo of quality and quantity.
They’ll face each other tomorrow.
Agustín Ramírez is barely above replacement level, yet has a clear path to win. Chad Patrick has a sneaky convincing combo of quality and quantity.
They’ll face each other tomorrow.
Offishial News: Why Marlins' next series has huge Rookie of the Year ramifications
Today's news roundup includes an Edward Cabrera breakdown and trade proposal.
fishonfirst.com
July 4, 2025 at 2:58 PM
We’ve got a messy NL Rookie of the Year race this year.
Agustín Ramírez is barely above replacement level, yet has a clear path to win. Chad Patrick has a sneaky convincing combo of quality and quantity.
They’ll face each other tomorrow.
Agustín Ramírez is barely above replacement level, yet has a clear path to win. Chad Patrick has a sneaky convincing combo of quality and quantity.
They’ll face each other tomorrow.
The Marlins mishandled Graham Pauley for more than a month, having him warm the bench in the majors instead of play regularly in Triple-A.
Finally corrected that.
Finally corrected that.
Offishial News: Long overdue, but Marlins free Graham Pauley to continue development
Today's news roundup also includes an international free agent signing and a Marlins memorabilia sale.
fishonfirst.com
May 30, 2025 at 11:17 AM
The Marlins mishandled Graham Pauley for more than a month, having him warm the bench in the majors instead of play regularly in Triple-A.
Finally corrected that.
Finally corrected that.
And Jared Serna trying to snap a 38-game homerless streak
Today's games in the Marlins org.
Double-A Pensacola trying to snap an 8-game losing streak. FCL Marlins trying to snap a 7-gamer.
Double-A Pensacola trying to snap an 8-game losing streak. FCL Marlins trying to snap a 7-gamer.
May 29, 2025 at 1:05 PM
And Jared Serna trying to snap a 38-game homerless streak
I love analyzing Valente Bellozo. He breaks all the rules.
Offishial News: Valente Bellozo continues to be a total anomaly
Today's news roundup also includes the backstory of how a pitcher battled cancer during his brief tenure in the Marlins organization.
fishonfirst.com
May 8, 2025 at 2:04 PM
I love analyzing Valente Bellozo. He breaks all the rules.
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Thanks to the guys for helping out with the intro 🫡
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May 5, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Thanks to the guys for helping out with the intro 🫡
Hour-long streams 2x per week in advance of every Marlins series opener: www.youtube.com/@FishOnFirst...
Hour-long streams 2x per week in advance of every Marlins series opener: www.youtube.com/@FishOnFirst...
Seems very obvious to me despite being unconventional, so I'm fully anticipating that they do something different next week to make me look silly
The Marlins should carry 3 catchers when Nick Fortes returns
The Marlins should carry 3 catchers when Nick Fortes returns
For the first time in many years, the Marlins have enviable catching depth. Here's why they should lean into it for the foreseeable future.
fishonfirst.com
May 2, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Seems very obvious to me despite being unconventional, so I'm fully anticipating that they do something different next week to make me look silly
Baseball Savant is such a godsend. Really made this Marlins running game breakdown pop.
Why it's so easy for teams to steal bases against the Marlins
Through the first month-plus of the 2025 season, Miami's opponents have been testing their batteries twice per game and succeeding on nearly 90% of stolen base attempts.
fishonfirst.com
April 30, 2025 at 10:50 AM
Baseball Savant is such a godsend. Really made this Marlins running game breakdown pop.
Nothing against Liam Hicks, but Agustín Ramírez has matched his extra-base hit total for the season in a single series.
Offishial News: Agustín Ramírez has hit the ground running (and hitting)
Today's news roundup also includes injury updates on Marlins prospects PJ Morlando and Starlyn Caba.
fishonfirst.com
April 23, 2025 at 11:07 AM
Nothing against Liam Hicks, but Agustín Ramírez has matched his extra-base hit total for the season in a single series.
Biggest smile I’ve seen on Max Meyer’s face during his 5 years in the Marlins organization
April 22, 2025 at 2:25 AM
Biggest smile I’ve seen on Max Meyer’s face during his 5 years in the Marlins organization
Liam Hicks quietly caught each of the last 6(!) days for the Marlins.
I feel quite confident in predicting that Agustín Ramírez is starting behind the plate tonight in his major league debut.
I feel quite confident in predicting that Agustín Ramírez is starting behind the plate tonight in his major league debut.
Offishial News: What's the Marlins' plan for new call-up Agustín Ramírez?
Today's news roundup also includes notes about the other recently promoted Marlins prospects.
fishonfirst.com
April 21, 2025 at 11:20 AM
Liam Hicks quietly caught each of the last 6(!) days for the Marlins.
I feel quite confident in predicting that Agustín Ramírez is starting behind the plate tonight in his major league debut.
I feel quite confident in predicting that Agustín Ramírez is starting behind the plate tonight in his major league debut.
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I’m on vacation. Leave me alone.
But also listen to Hittin’ Season with @johnstolnis.bsky.social and my interviews with @realely.bsky.social about the 2025 Marlins’ pretty okay start and author Sam Zygner about the minor league Marlins of old: open.spotify.com/episode/46ZV...
But also listen to Hittin’ Season with @johnstolnis.bsky.social and my interviews with @realely.bsky.social about the 2025 Marlins’ pretty okay start and author Sam Zygner about the minor league Marlins of old: open.spotify.com/episode/46ZV...
#950: Ace Cristopher Sanchez & Marlins Preview
Hittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcast · Episode
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April 18, 2025 at 9:35 PM
I’m on vacation. Leave me alone.
But also listen to Hittin’ Season with @johnstolnis.bsky.social and my interviews with @realely.bsky.social about the 2025 Marlins’ pretty okay start and author Sam Zygner about the minor league Marlins of old: open.spotify.com/episode/46ZV...
But also listen to Hittin’ Season with @johnstolnis.bsky.social and my interviews with @realely.bsky.social about the 2025 Marlins’ pretty okay start and author Sam Zygner about the minor league Marlins of old: open.spotify.com/episode/46ZV...
A season of constant losing revolving around Sandy Alcantara trade rumors would have sucked. Thankfully, the 2025 Marlins are already proving to be more nuanced than that.
Offishial News: What makes the 2025 Marlins way more fun than anticipated
Today's news roundup also includes the emergence of a fascinating pitching prospect.
fishonfirst.com
April 14, 2025 at 1:41 PM
A season of constant losing revolving around Sandy Alcantara trade rumors would have sucked. Thankfully, the 2025 Marlins are already proving to be more nuanced than that.
There is some truly crazy shit going on with base-stealing in the Marlins farm system right now.
Marlins prospects running wild, pacing minor leagues in stolen bases
From Low-A to Triple-A, Marlins MiLB affiliates are stealing with incredible frequency and efficiency early in 2025.
fishonfirst.com
April 10, 2025 at 2:05 PM
There is some truly crazy shit going on with base-stealing in the Marlins farm system right now.
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Contract extensions are a necessity for the Marlins to eventually build a contending roster on a tight budget.
Who's gonna be the first player that Peter Bendix commits to long term?
Who's gonna be the first player that Peter Bendix commits to long term?
Which player will snap Marlins' contract extension drought?
It's been three years and counting since the Marlins last extended a player.
fishonfirst.com
April 3, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Contract extensions are a necessity for the Marlins to eventually build a contending roster on a tight budget.
Who's gonna be the first player that Peter Bendix commits to long term?
Who's gonna be the first player that Peter Bendix commits to long term?
They put me on TV in Orlando! www.fox35orlando.com/video/1617193
It's weird, but works. Will Marlins adopt torpedo bat?
Ely Sussman, founder of Fish on First, spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer about the Miami Marlins' strong opening weekend to the Major League Baseball season. They also talk about the 'torpedo' bats th...
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April 1, 2025 at 3:18 PM
They put me on TV in Orlando! www.fox35orlando.com/video/1617193