Player Profile

Hanley Ramirez

The almost sole leader of the college aged Florida Marlin batting squad is getting a minor amount of recognition for his heavy batting performance thus far. He is a shoe in for the rookie of the year in the NL if he continues at this pace. Last season he played a lowly two games in Boston. As of now he is batting a Florida high .340 average. He also is leading the NLin batting average.

The Marlins may be as big of a long shot as a long shot can get, but with players like Ramirez they are building a foundation for future Marlin championships. His lead off ability is comparable to Derek Jeter with a little more speed and a little less power.

He is easily on track for a 200 hit season replacing the likes of Juan Pierre who did it in 2 of 3 Marlin seasons. Under Juan's leadership they defeated the Yankees and surprised everyone with their second championship. But, for now they are the dismay of the NL East and the MLB. A player like Hanley is their lone hope to build a team around. Get on base quick and score from there is a philosophy they must cling to.

With over three fourths of the season to come, we'll see whether or not Ramirez is a consistent force on base and at the plate. The youth movement got him a job but he'll need a few veterans surrounding him before they can do anything with this squad.