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Chris Paddack Chris Paddack Inks deal with Miami
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 11:08 AM
The Marlins signed Paddack to a one-year, $4 million contract Monday, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports.
Analysis: Paddack pitched to a 4.95 ERA across 21 starts with the Twins last season before being shipped to the Tigers at the trade deadline. He pitched in 12 games for Detroit, making seven starts, and logged a miserable 6.32 ERA, 1.30 WHIP and 29:10 K:BB across 47 innings. In Miami, Paddack figures to compete for the fifth spot in the rotation behind Sandy Alcantara, Eury Perez, Max Meyer (hip) and Braxton Garrett (elbow). Robby Snelling, Janson Junk and Adam Mazur will be Paddack's top competition. |
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Sandy Alcantara Sandy Alcantara Likely Opening Day starter
Sun, Feb 8, 2026, 9:33 AM
Alcantara is the favorite to get the Opening Day start for the Marlins, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: It's an honor the right-hander has been given five times previously, and after he surprisingly was one of the starting pitchers Miami didn't trade this offseason, Alcantara's only real competition for the assignment is Eury Perez. Alcantara also believes he's much more prepared to regain his top form in 2026 than he was last season in his return from Tommy John surgery. "Coming back from TJ, you're not going to do great since the first day," he said Friday. "You've got to be step by step. Mentally, I was thinking too much, people talking negative about myself... I've just got to be able to be healthy this year, showing the people in Spring Training that I can do great and just got to keep believing." Alcantara did seem to turn a corner over the final six weeks of 2025, posting a 2.68 ERA, 0.86 WHIP and 52:10 K:BB over his last eight starts and 53.2 innings. |
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Connor Norby Connor Norby Might be headed for utility role
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 10:16 AM
Norby is expected to see some time in the outfield this spring, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: The 25-year-old heads into camp competing with Graham Pauley for the starting third base job, but Norby may be behind in that battle before he even reports to Jupiter. Pauley graded out as the superior defender at the hot corner last season, and even if the duo wind up in a platoon, Norby would be on the short end of it as a right-handed hitter. He also had trouble staying healthy in 2025, and shifting to a utility role might help him stay on the field. Norby did finish last season on a high note at the plate, slashing .293/.344/.500 over 58 plate appearances after returning in late August from wrist surgery, although even then he missed time in September due to a quad strain. |
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Graham Pauley Graham Pauley Could be favorite for 3B job
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 10:09 AM
Pauley may be the favorite to win the Marlins' starting job at third base over Connor Norby due to his superior defense, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: A platoon could also emerge between the lefty-swinging Pauley and the right-handed Norby if neither seizes the starting gig this spring. However, Pauley would seem to have the edge after recording six Outs Above Average last season, tied for fifth among third baseman, while seeing his offense pick up in the second half. Norby is also expected to get some work in the outfield during camp, which could signal a transition into a utility role. Pauley slashed a respectable .250/.367/.474 over 90 plate appearances after the All-Star break in 2025 with four homers, two steals and a sharp 14:15 BB:K. |
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Braxton Garrett Braxton Garrett Expected to be full-go in camp
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 10:02 AM
Garrett (elbow) isn't expected to have any restrictions when spring training begins, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Garrett didn't pitch at all in 2025 while recovering from December 2024 elbow surgery that included an internal brace procedure. The 28-year-old southpaw had shown flashes of upside before that, including a shutout of the Diamondbacks in May 2024, and with the Marlins having traded Edward Cabrera and Ryan Weathers this offseason, the team is counting on Garrett to fill one of three openings in the rotation behind Sandy Alcantara and Eury Perez. |
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Max Meyer Max Meyer Should have no restrictions in camp
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 9:56 AM
Meyer (hip) is expected to be a full-go for the start of spring training, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: The 26-year-old right-hander go off to a fast start last season, posting a 2.10 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 41:7 K:BB through 30 innings over his first five starts, but Meyer's numbers cratered after that due to a hip issue that eventually required surgery. With the Marlins having traded Edward Cabrera and Ryan Weathers this offseason, the team has three open rotation spots behind Sandy Alcantara and Eury Perez, and Meyer is being counted on to fill one of them. If he can stay healthy and rediscover that early 2025 form, he'll be headed for a breakout campaign. |
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Victor Mesa Jr. Victor Mesa Jr. DFA'd by Miami
Tue, Feb 3, 2026, 12:45 PM
The Marlins designated Mesa for assignment Tuesday.
Analysis: The 24-year-old received his first taste of the big leagues in 2025 but struggled in 16 games, going 6-for-32 (.188 average) with one home run and a 5:5 BB:K. Mesa had a .303/.374/.513 slash line across 42 Triple-A games and could generate some interest on the waiver wire. |
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Garrett Acton Garrett Acton Claimed by Marlins
Tue, Feb 3, 2026, 12:42 PM
The Marlins claimed Acton off waivers from the Rockies on Tuesday.
Analysis: Acton had previously been designated for assignment by the Rockies and has now been scooped up on waivers for the second time this offseason. The 27-year-old reliever made one scoreless appearance for the Rays in 2025 but spent most of the year at Triple-A Durham, where he held a 3.68 ERA and 71:27 K:BB over 58.2 frames. Acton will compete for a spot in Miami's bullpen. |
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Daniel Johnson Daniel Johnson Signs with Marlins as NRI
Thu, Jan 29, 2026, 2:15 PM
The Marlins signed Johnson to a minor-league contract Dec. 29 that includes an invitation to big-league spring training.
Analysis: Johnson received 57 plate appearances between the Giants and Orioles in 2025, finishing with a .548 OPS. The 30-year-old can handle all three outfield spots and will provide experienced depth at Triple-A Jacksonville, barring his surprising inclusion on the Opening Day roster. |
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Osvaldo Bido Osvaldo Bido Removed from 40-man roster again
Tue, Jan 20, 2026, 1:37 PM
The Marlins designated Bido for assignment Tuesday.
Analysis: The transaction clears a spot on the 40-man roster for the addition of Bradley Blalock. Bido has already been in four organizations this offseason and could make it a fifth if he gets claimed on waivers again. He held a 5.87 ERA and 18.7 percent strikeout rate in 2025 with the Athletics. |
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Bradley Blalock Bradley Blalock Dealt to Miami
Tue, Jan 20, 2026, 10:52 AM
The Marlins acquired Blalock from the Rockies on Tuesday in exchange for Jake Brooks, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Blalock had been designated for assignment last week and is now headed to a new organization. The right-hander holds an abysmal 8.16 ERA and 47:43 K:BB over 89.1 innings in parts of two seasons at the major-league level, but the Marlins appear optimistic they can get more out of Blalock. The 25-year-old will give Miami some rotation depth following its trades of Edward Cabrera and Ryan Weathers. |
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Osvaldo Bido Osvaldo Bido Scooped up by Miami
Fri, Jan 16, 2026, 2:23 PM
The Marlins claimed Bido off waivers from the Rays on Friday, Daniel Alvarez-Montes of ElExtraBase.com reports.
Analysis: It's the fourth organization this offseason for Bido, who posted a 5.87 ERA and 18.7 percent strikeout rate in 2025 with the Athletics. The right-hander held a 3.41 ERA and 24.3 percent strikeout rate in 2024 and offers the flexibility to serve as a starter or reliever. Bido could compete for a rotation spot in Miami, but a long-relief role is likelier. |
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Jesus Tinoco Jesus Tinoco Back with Marlins on minors deal
Mon, Jan 12, 2026, 8:48 AM
The Marlins re-signed Tinoco (elbow) to a minor-league contract Jan. 5.
Analysis: Tinoco is recovering from UCL surgery and will miss the entire 2026 season, so it's likely a two-year minor-league deal. The right-handed reliever made 20 appearances for Miami in 2025, posting a 5.12 ERA and 10:8 K:BB over 19.1 innings while notching four saves. |
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Andrew Nardi Andrew Nardi Avoids arbitration with Miami
Thu, Jan 8, 2026, 7:17 PM
Nardi and the Marlins agreed to a one-year contract to avoid arbitration Thursday, Isaac Azout of FishOnFirst.com reports.
Analysis: Nardi is in his first year of arbitration eligibility, so it's likely a modest deal. He posted a 5.07 ERA across 49.2 innings of work in 2025, though he had a far more impressive 70:18 K: BB. Nardi could be in for better results in 2026. |
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Max Meyer Max Meyer Comes to terms with Miami
Thu, Jan 8, 2026, 6:48 PM
Meyer (hip) and the Marlins agreed to a one-year contract to avoid arbitration Thursday,Isaac Azout of FishOnFirst.com reports.
Analysis: Meyer has struggled with injuries throughout his big-league career and made only 12 starts in 2025. He posted a 68:20 K:BB across 64.2 frames before being sidelined in early July, but he figures to be ready for spring training. Meyer should have a rotation spot to begin 2026. |
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Ryan Weathers Ryan Weathers Agrees to deal with Miami
Thu, Jan 8, 2026, 4:59 PM
Weathers agreed to a one-year contract worth $1.35 million with the Marlins on Thursday to avoid arbitration, Isaac Azout of FishOnFirst.com reports.
Analysis: Weathers opened the 2025 campaign on the Marlins' injured list due to a forearm strain, but after making his season debut in mid-May, he wound up back on the IL with a lat strain after just five starts. The 26-year-old southpaw was cleared to return in September, and over his last three outings of the season he posted a 1-1 record with a 5.27 ERA, 1.68 WHIP and 14:4 K:BB across 13.2 innings. Weathers has started in only 39 major-league games over the last three seasons, but if he remains healthy, he should serve in a prominent role in the Marlins' rotation in 2026. |
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Braxton Garrett Braxton Garrett Avoids arbitration
Thu, Jan 8, 2026, 3:48 PM
The Marlins and Garrett (elbow) avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, $1.53 million contract Thursday, Fish on First reports.
Analysis: Garrett will receive the same salary for a second straight year after he missed all of the 2025 season following UCL revision surgery with an internal brace on his left elbow. The southpaw is a little over a year removed from the operation and it's unclear whether he will be ready in time for Opening Day. |
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Anthony Bender Anthony Bender Avoids arbitration with Marlins
Thu, Jan 8, 2026, 12:38 PM
The Marlins and Bender avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, $2.81 million contract Thursday, Craig Mish of FanDuel Sports Network Florida reports.
Analysis: Bender finished with a 2.16 ERA in 2025, though his strikeout rate dropped to 20.6 percent and walk rate ballooned to 10.3 percent. The veteran reliever is in line to serve in a setup role for the Marlins in 2026 ahead of closer Pete Fairbanks. |
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Owen Caissie Owen Caissie Lands in Miami via trade
Wed, Jan 7, 2026, 3:41 PM
The Marlins acquired Caissie, Cristian Hernandez and Edgardo De Leon from the Cubs on Wednesday in exchange for Edward Cabrera, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Caissie has nothing left to prove in the minors, having slashed .281/.380/.507 with 41 home runs at Triple-A Iowa over the last two seasons. The 23-year-old struggled in his cup of coffee with the Cubs in 2025 and has posted a 29.1 percent strikeout rate in the minors, but Caissie's power will play in the majors if he makes enough contact. He's the favorite to open the 2026 season as the Marlins' primary right fielder. |
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Eric Wagaman Eric Wagaman Loses 40-man roster spot
Mon, Dec 29, 2025, 6:29 PM
Wagaman was designated for assignment by the Marlins on Monday, Kevin Barral of FishonFirst.com reports.
Analysis: Wagaman is the roster casualty following the addition of Esteury Ruiz from the Dodgers. Wagaman slashed .250/.296/.378 with nine home runs and four steals in 514 plate appearances for the Marlins in 2025. He has some intriguing offensive traits, including strong bat speed and solid swing decisions, but Wagaman's lack of notable power (.128 ISO) in his age-27 season while playing at the bottom of the defensive spectrum made him expendable. |
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