15 Questions Surrounding the 2011 Marlins.

Can Javier Vazquez get back to his 2009 form?

-I don't believe that he will return to his 09 form, but he may come pretty damn close and either way his IP total and leadership will definitely help the Marlins young staff.

Can Matt Dominguez handle MLB pitching?

-I very seriously doubt it. I'm hoping that he can at least provide the Marlins with a .250AVG with 15 homers, but that seems like a reach.Can Chris Volstad stay in the MLB all year?

-I think Volstad's 2nd half was a sign that Volstad has found what made him successful in his rookie campaign and I think he'll build on that and be a very solid pitcher for the Fish this upcoming season and for many ahead.

Can JJ, Nolasco, and Anibal stay healthy all season?

-Not too worried about JJ and Nolasco staying healthy, bets are off on Sanchez though. He was healthy all last season. Marlins though have built enough depth that losing one of these pitchers for a start or two wouldn't be the end of the world.Can Coghlan handle center?

-Very highly doubt this. I, like many Marlins fans are against this idea. I do however hope it works out. But my estimation is that the Marlins back off of the idea when Coghlan re aggravates his knee injury.

Is Infante going to come even close enough to replace Uggla's production at second?

-He won't replace the power or the OBP, but if he can field average, thats all the Marlins can ask for. Defense is key for Infante.Can LoMo, Gaby, and Stanton avoid sophomore slumps?

-LoMo and Gaby IMO are professional enough hitters that they avoid a major sophomore slump. Stanton, however I am worried about. I expect his K's to continue to be troublesome, but he will still have his share of homers.Is the Marlins rebuild bullpen really that reliable?

-Bullpen success is a crapshoot IMO. But the Marlins have added some guys with more experience, so that is a plus.Whose the closer and can we cut down on 9th inning blow ups?

-Leo Nunez was very unlucky last season and I think he'll bounce back and have a very strong season.Can Hanley return to his MVP form?

-This is the key to the Marlins season. IMO, Hanley will have his best season and even win a GG.

Is Chris Coghlan the ROY showing up or will he be like Hermida, a one-half wonder?

-Chris Coghlan is NOT Jeremy Hermida. Coghlan rebounded very well from his April slump last season and at the rate he was going, he was likely going to be hitting around .300 at the seasons end if it weren't for his injury.
Whose going to protect Hanley or will he be pitched around?

-This will be up to Stanton, Morrison, and Sanchez. None of these guys are Dan Uggla, who had been Hanley's protection in the past. But these guys are MLB hitters and can hit the ball like crazy. Morrison and Sanchez won't strike out a ton, so this will also open up more running opportunities for Hanley on the base-pads.

Was Buck's last season a fluke or can he repeat that success?

-This will remain to be seen, but Buck never played as much as he did last season. Also, the Marlins have another guy in John Baker who can handle catching everyday if needed. But he won't be ready to catch till May.
Has the defense really improved? 

-Replacing Uggla with Infante does that. If Matt Dominguez makes the team, 3B is finally stabilized. I have already stated I expect a strong season from Hanley defensively. The outfield however is a mess. While Stanton in RF could be a potential GG'er. We have two guys in LF and CF respectively that don't have much OF experience period.
What's the bench production going to be like?

-Helms, Bonifacio, Baker, Murphy, and Hayes is my guess for who'll be on the bench for the Fish to begin the season. The Marlins will need these guys to come up clutch in late game pinch hitting appearances as well as be ready to give the Marlins spot starts at least 1-2 games a week. Versatility will also play a key role.