2012 will be a historic year to remember for baseball-loving Floridians. With a new name and a new ballpark, the Miami Marlins are the talk of the Sunshine State. Fans are lining up to buy 2012 Marlins tickets for the team's first game at New Marlins Ballpark on April 4th. The Marlins have made a splash in free agency ahead of their stadium unveiling, signing reliable starting pitcher Mark Buehrle, NL Batting Champion Jose Reyes, and All-Star closer Heath Bell. The slew of signings will bolster a roster already featuring Hanley Ramirez, Mike Stanton, and Javier Vazquez. However, the biggest star in Miami this year very well may be the team's new manager: Ozzie Guillen. The former White Sox manager has people in Miami excited about the Marlins' chances this year in the NL East. Make sure you make it out to the ballpark this season as the Marlins enter a new era in the Magic City.

As construction continues on the team’s new $515 million ballpark, the Florida Marlins enter the season a franchise in flux. The team will be re-branded “the Miami Marlins” after this year with the organization getting ready to move into their new home. On the field, the Marlins are coming off a season of both positives and negatives. Although Florida didn’t reach their goal of winning the AL East, the Marlins can take away the good from their last regular season campaign. Hanley Ramirez continues to shine at short stop with both his glove and bat. At just 27, Ramirez has become the team’s top player. The Marlins’ main man will be complemented this season by fellow All-Star Omar Infante at second base. Another key addition to team, John Buck will feature at catcher for the Fightin’ Fish. With a mix of new and old faces populating the team’s roster heading into spring training, Florida is in a good position to vie for a division championship. Pick up 2011 Marlins tickets today to enjoy the franchise’s final season at Sun Life Stadium.