Latest Coverage
View allThe Network runs regular columns following the Miami Marlins system and former Suns players, including weekly #FishFriday and #MarlinsMonday posts alongside roster-move updates. Readers can also reach the live broadcast feed and browse the podcast archive from the home page.
On The Air
View allRoger Hoover anchors play-by-play as Director of Broadcasting, with a supporting booth that has included Kyle Crooks and Joe Kuczynski, and in earlier seasons Michael West and Jason Patterson. The Network covers all 140 games of the season.
| Game Type | Station |
|---|---|
| Night games | AM 600 & FM 100.3 The Answer |
| Day games | FM 102.3 The Beach |
2014 Southern League Champions
View allThe Jacksonville Suns won the Southern League Championship in September 2014 — the franchise's sixth title, clinched over the Chattanooga Lookouts. J.T. Realmuto and Justin Nicolino were named the 2014 Miami Marlins Minor League Player and Pitcher of the Year. A year later, David Adams and Zack Cox earned 2015 Southern League Postseason All-Star honors, and five Suns players took part in the Arizona Fall League.
The rhythm of the Southern League season runs through every broadcast on the Suns Baseball Network, where the crack of the bat and the hum of the crowd come together over the airwaves. From the first pitch of spring training through the dog days of summer, the network carries the full weight of Jacksonville Suns baseball, bringing fans closer to the action whether they are at the ballpark, in the car, or following along from home on a humid Florida evening.
Minor league baseball thrives on the constant movement of players, and the Jacksonville Suns roster reflects that ebb and flow throughout the season. Call-ups, trades, and rehab assignments shuffle the lineup week by week, giving fans a firsthand look at the Miami Marlins organization in motion. Every game offers a chance to see tomorrow’s major league talent taking the field today under the bright lights of the Southern League.
Roger Hoover and the broadcast crew anchor the Suns Baseball Network with a style that blends sharp analysis and genuine enthusiasm for the game. Night after night, their voices paint the picture from the booth, describing every diving catch, every clutch strikeout, and every late-inning rally. For listeners who cannot make it to the ballpark, the radio team turns a box score into a living, breathing story that unfolds in real time.
The Marlins affiliation runs deep through the Suns organization, connecting Jacksonville directly to Miami and the larger world of Major League Baseball. Prospects climb the ladder with the Suns as a critical stop on their journey, and established big leaguers occasionally pass through on rehab assignments. That pipeline keeps the roster fresh and the stakes high, as every player on the field has something to prove and a future to chase.
Spring training marks the unofficial start of the baseball calendar, and for the Suns organization it is a time of preparation and evaluation. Coaches and staff gather in Jupiter, Florida, working alongside the Marlins to shape the roster that will head north to Jacksonville. The weeks of drills, scrimmages, and bullpen sessions lay the groundwork for a season that stretches from early April through the final Southern League series.
The weekly columns on the Suns Baseball Network keep readers connected to the broader Marlins system even when the team is on the road. Fish Friday and Marlins Monday posts track former Suns players who have moved up the ladder, highlight standout performances across the organization, and break down roster moves as they happen. It is a steady stream of baseball news written for fans who follow the game beyond the final out.
The ballpark experience in Jacksonville is built on the simple pleasures of summer baseball: the smell of fresh-cut grass, the sound of a fastball hitting the catcher’s mitt, and the sight of the sun setting beyond the outfield wall. The grounds crew keeps the field in immaculate condition, and the stadium hums with energy from the national anthem through the last pitch. It is a place where families, diehards, and casual fans all find something to love.
Pitching often defines the character of a Southern League club, and the Suns have seen their share of arms that went on to make an impact at the highest level. The coaching staff works tirelessly with the rotation and bullpen, refining mechanics and building the mental approach that separates good pitchers from great ones. A dominant outing on the mound can shift the momentum of an entire series and give fans a glimpse of something special.
The Suns Baseball Network extends beyond the live broadcast, offering a growing archive of podcasts and digital content that fans can access on their own schedule. Postgame interviews, managerial press conferences, and feature segments give listeners a deeper look at the team and the personalities that shape the clubhouse. It is baseball coverage built for the modern fan, available whenever and wherever the conversation continues.
Stay Connected
View allFollow @SunsRadio for daily updates, and check the Listen page for broadcast times and the Podcast archive for past game audio and interviews.
- Listen Live — nightly and day-game broadcast access
- Podcasts & Archives — historical game audio
- Videos — highlights from Bragan Field