June 20, 2008 Jacque Jones has decided that he won't report to Triple-A an instead will take his chances on the free agent market, according to MLB.com.
Our View:Jones had only 37 AB while wearing a Marlins uniform hitting .108. Jones figures to catch on somewhere, but as his rough ride this year has proven, his value lies in being a platoon bat, thereby limiting his fantasy impact.
June 17, 2008 Jacque Jones cleared waivers and has been out-righted to Triple-A Albuquerque on Monday, according to FishStripes.com. He was previously designated for assignment by the Marlins.
Our View:Jones has not decided whether to accept the minor-league assignment or become a free agent, however.
June 12, 2008 Jacque Jones has been designated for assignment by the Marlins, according to MLB.com. The team recalled infielder Robert Andino from Triple-A Albuquerque as an adjoining move.
Our View:The 33-year-old left-handed hitter was brought in to platoon with Cody Ross in center field, but Jones hit just .108 (4-for-37) with two RBI in 18 games for the Marlins. He has 10 days to clear waivers, which would make him eligible for free agency.
May 28, 2008 The Marlins are using Jacque Jones and Cody Ross in a center field platoon, the Miami Herald reports. Jones is facing right-handed pitchers, and Ross is starting against southpaws.
Our View:This news shouldn't surprise NL-only fantasy owners who are using either player. The Marlins center field job will likely be a rotating venture until Cameron Maybin proves he is ready.
May 23, 2008 Jacque Jones will be added to the Marlins roster prior to Friday's game against the Giants, the Miami Herald confirms.
Our View:Jones presumably spent a few days getting his feet wet before being activated. Either that or he couldn't find his way out of Detroit. Anyway, Jones will have some value in NL-only leagues once he gets comfortable in Miami.
