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Joe Mack Joe Mack Hitless in MLB debut
Tue, May 5, 2026, 9:06 AM
Mack went 0-for-3 with a strikeout in Monday's loss to the Phillies.
Analysis: Making his big-league debut and batting seventh, Mack was fanned by Aaron Nola in the fifth inning, between a groundout and a pop-up in foul territory. On the bright side, the rookie catcher guided Janson Junk to a strong outing in a 1-0 loss, and it's his defensive work rather than his bat that the Marlins are counting on to be an upgrade over Agustin Ramirez. While he'll split time behind the plate with Liam Hicks, Mack will get a long runway to establish himself at the top level after slashing .251/.336/.447 over 122 career games in Triple-A with 21 homers. |
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Option to take Paddack's spot
Tue, May 5, 2026, 8:39 AM
Snelling is an option to start Friday's game against the Nationals, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: The Marlins have an opening in their rotation after designating Chris Paddack for assignment. Braxton Garrett could be first in line since he's already on the 40-man roster and Snelling is not. However, Snelling is certainly pitching well enough to get a look, having collected a 1.86 ERA and 44:15 K:BB over 29 innings covering six starts for Triple-A Jacksonville. Even if Snelling isn't the choice by the Marlins this time around, he should get his opportunity sooner rather than later. |
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Braxton Garrett Braxton Garrett Could enter Miami rotation
Tue, May 5, 2026, 8:35 AM
Garrett could be recalled from Triple-A Jacksonville to start Friday's game against the Nationals, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: He would fill the spot vacated by Chris Paddack, who was designated for assignment Tuesday. Garrett missed all of the 2025 season while recovering from UCL surgery and failed to make the Opening Day roster this spring, but he's responded with a 1.71 ERA and 26:12 K:BB over 26.1 innings covering five starts with Jacksonville. Robby Snelling is also an option to take Paddack's spot, but Garrett might have the edge since he's already on the 40-man roster. |
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William Kempner William Kempner Recalled from Triple-A
Tue, May 5, 2026, 8:30 AM
The Marlins recalled Kempner from Triple-A Jacksonville on Tuesday, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: He's grabbing the roster spot vacated by Chris Paddack, who was designated for assignment. Kempner holds a 6.46 ERA this season with Jacksonville but has struck out a whopping 34 batters over 15.1 innings. He will be making his major-league debut when/if he enters a game. |
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Chris Paddack Chris Paddack DFA'd by Marlins
Tue, May 5, 2026, 8:27 AM
The Marlins designated Paddack for assignment Tuesday, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Paddack was tagged for seven runs over 2.2 innings in his last start versus the Phillies, pushing his season ERA up to 7.63. His velocity was down across the board in that outing, prompting evaluations of his health. While it seems there isn't anything physically wrong with Paddack, the Marlins have nonetheless decided to move on from the righty. Braxton Garrett is the likeliest candidate to fill Paddack's rotation spot, though Robby Snelling should also receive consideration. |
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Connor Norby Connor Norby Exiting starting nine Monday
Mon, May 4, 2026, 2:10 PM
Norby is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Phillies.
Analysis: Though he'll be taking a seat for Monday's series finale, Norby still appears to be ahead of Christopher Morel in the pecking order at first base. Since Morel was activated from the injured list last Monday, Norby started in five of the Marlins' ensuing seven games and went 5-for-18 with two doubles, three walks, two stolen bases and an RBI during that stretch. |
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Chris Paddack Chris Paddack Health being evaluated
Mon, May 4, 2026, 12:34 PM
The Marlins will evaluate Paddack's health after the pitcher experienced a drop in velocity during Sunday's loss to the Phillies, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Paddack averaged just 91.3 mph with his four-seamer, which was down 1.5 mph from his yearly average. He was pummeled for seven runs on six hits and three walks in 2.2 innings and is now 0-5 with a 7.63 ERA and 1.66 WHIP through seven starts. Manager Clayton McCullough said shortly after the outing that Paddack would make his next scheduled start Friday against the Nationals. However, things would change if it's determined Paddack isn't 100 percent physically. If a change is made in the Miami rotation, Braxton Garrett (1.71 ERA, 26:12 K:BB in 26.1 innings at Triple-A Jacksonville) would be the likeliest replacement for Paddack, though Robby Snelling (1.86 ERA, 44:15 K:BB in 29 innings at Jacksonville) would also receive consideration. |
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Agustin Ramirez Agustin Ramirez Sent down to Triple-A
Mon, May 4, 2026, 10:51 AM
The Marlins optioned Ramirez to Triple-A Jacksonville on Monday.
Analysis: Ramirez has not done enough offensively to make up for his defensive shortcomings, slashing just .230/.318/.345 with two home runs. He will get a reset at Jacksonville while Liam Hicks and Joe Mack handle catching duties for the Marlins. |
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Joe Mack Joe Mack Officially added to roster
Mon, May 4, 2026, 10:48 AM
The Marlins selected Mack's contract from Triple-A Jacksonville on Monday.
Analysis: Mack earned his first big-league promotion after slashing .244/.388/.378 with three home runs and a 20:22 BB:K in his first 24 contests with Jacksonville. According to Christina De Nicola of MLB.com, Mack is in line to start in Monday's series finale versus the Phillies, and the 23-year-old should be in store for ample playing time while sharing reps at catcher with Liam Hicks. Mack is worth a pickup in two-catcher fantasy leagues where he's still available. |
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Owen Caissie Owen Caissie Deployed off bench Sunday
Mon, May 4, 2026, 9:50 AM
Caissie went 1-for-2 after replacing Kyle Stowers in right field during Sunday's loss to the Phillies.
Analysis: With the Marlins down 7-0, Caissie came off the bench to begin the sixth inning in order to give Stowers a bit of a rest. Caissie wasn't in the starting nine Saturday or Sunday due to a stomach bug, but he could be back in the lineup for the series finale Monday against right-hander Aaron Nola. Caissie is slashing .207/.248/.337 through his first 31 games for Miami with two homers and a brutal 42.6 percent strikeout rate. |
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Esteury Ruiz Esteury Ruiz Swats second homer
Mon, May 4, 2026, 9:45 AM
Ruiz went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Sunday's loss to the Phillies.
Analysis: The 27-year-old supplied all the Marlins' offense when he took a fading Jesus Luzardo deep in the seventh inning. It was Ruiz's second homer of the season, both of which have come in the his last three starts. He's also struck out six times in 12 plate appearances during those contests, however. Ruiz could push his way into a bigger role if he stays hot, but for now he's likely to see most of his action as a short-side platoon option, spelling any of Jakob Marsee, Kyle Stowers or Owen Caissie around the Marlins' outfield. |
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Out for foreseeable future
Sun, May 3, 2026, 7:11 PM
Defrank has no timetable for a return after suffering a right biceps injury, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Defrank will not require surgery, so he's not necessarily out for the season, but he will be forced to miss substantial time. The 17-year-old was expected to pitch limited innings in the Florida Complex League this season, and it's unclear if he'll be able to pitch again in 2026. |
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Chris Paddack Chris Paddack Losing ways continue Sunday
Sun, May 3, 2026, 6:00 PM
Paddack (0-5) took the loss Sunday against the Phillies, allowing seven runs on six hits and three walks in 2.2 innings. He struck out one.
Analysis: The Phillies ambushed Paddack on Sunday, throttling the hurler for six runs in the opening frame. The right-hander remains with just one quality start in 2026, and he's been unable to get through five innings in his other six outings. Still winless on the season, Paddack won't be a recommended fantasy option when he takes a 7.63 ERA, 1.66 WHIP and 27:10 over 30.2 frames into his next scheduled outing versus the division-rival Nationals. |
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Agustin Ramirez Agustin Ramirez Heading to Triple-A
Sun, May 3, 2026, 4:55 PM
Ramirez is expected to be optioned to Triple-A Jacksonville on Monday, Craig Mish of FanDuel Sports Network Florida reports.
Analysis: Ramirez will head to Jacksonville after posting a disappointing .230/.345/.345 slash line with two home runs, 14 RBI, 14 runs scored and three stolen bases over 113 at-bats in 31 contests with the Marlins this season. The 24-year-old has struggled to a .200 average while striking out 13 times over 50 at-bats in his last 14 games, and he will now look to reset at the Triple-A level. In a corresponding move, Miami's top catching prospect Joe Mack is set to join the major-league roster, and he may garner the lion's share of starts behind the plate for the time being while splitting the role with Liam Hicks. |
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Joe Mack Joe Mack Set to join major-league roster
Sun, May 3, 2026, 4:47 PM
Mack is expected to be called up from Triple-A Jacksonville on Monday, Craig Mish of FanDuel Sports Network Florida reports.
Analysis: Mack will get a chance to join the major-league roster for the first time in his career ahead of the team's series finale against the Phillies on Monday. The catcher is considered to be one of Miami's top prospects, and he's posted a .244 average with three home runs, nine RBI, 10 runs scored and a stolen base over 82 at-bats in 24 games with Jacksonville so far this year. Agustin Ramirez is set to be sent down to Triple-A Jacksonville in a corresponding move, so Mack will split time behind the plate with Liam Hicks for the time being. |
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Graham Pauley Graham Pauley Taking seat Sunday
Sun, May 3, 2026, 12:39 PM
Pauley is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Phillies.
Analysis: The Marlins will shield the left-handed hitter from a matchup with tough southpaw Jesus Luzardo. Leo Jimenez will get the nod at third base in place of Pauley. |
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Jakob Marsee Jakob Marsee Taking seat against southpaw
Sun, May 3, 2026, 12:38 PM
Marsee is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Phillies.
Analysis: After Marsee started the last six games, the Marlins will give the left-handed hitter a day off with southpaw Jesus Luzardo on the hill for Philadelphia. Esteury Ruiz will spell Marsee in center field and bat eighth. |
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Liam Hicks Liam Hicks Idle against lefty
Sun, May 3, 2026, 12:37 PM
Hicks is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Phillies.
Analysis: With lefty Jesus Luzardo on the bump for the Phillies, the left-handed hitter will hit the bench. Agustin Ramirez draws the start at catcher for Miami, while Christopher Morel serves as the team's designated hitter in Hicks' absence. |
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Owen Caissie Owen Caissie On bench again Sunday
Sun, May 3, 2026, 12:34 PM
Caissie (illness) is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Phillies.
Analysis: Caissie is on the bench for the second day in a row, after an illness caused him to be scratched prior to Saturday's 4-0 win. The Phillies are sending left-hander Jesus Luzardo to the hill Sunday, so Caissie's continued absence from the starting nine might have more to do with the matchup than his illness. |
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Otto Lopez Otto Lopez Another multi-hit game
Sat, May 2, 2026, 6:21 PM
Lopez went 2-for-4 with an RBI single and a run scored during Miami's 4-0 win over Philadelphia on Saturday.
Analysis: Lopez came home to score in the third inning after Connor Norby drew a bases-loaded walk, and the former gave the Marlins their fourth run of the game after his infield single scored Esteury Ruiz. Lopez is up to 12 multi-hit games on the season, four of which have come over his last eight outings. The 27-year-old shortstop has accumulated 43 hits and has a .336 batting average, both of which are second-best in the majors behind Shea Langeliers (45 hits) and Ildemaro Vargas (.388 BA), respectively. |
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