The Miami Marlins were one of the biggest surprises in baseball in 2025. A team that lost 100 games in 2024 was projected not to improve by much under first-year manager Clayton McCullough. To say the Marlins surprised would be an understatement.

Pete Fairbanks, the one closer target linked to the Diamondbacks this offseason, agreed to a deal with the Miami Marlins for 2026.

It was third baseman Connor Norby \-\- not outfielder Kyle Stowers -- many would’ve predicted as the Marlins’ 2025 breakout candidate based on their brief introduction to the organization in ‘24. Things look quite different going into 2026.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/mlb/marlins/onsi as Marlins Rising Star Connor Norby May be Primed for Bounce-Back Season. The Miami Marlins are built around youth. The vast majority of their roster is pre-arbitration. So, to succeed, the youngsters need to come through.

There is no other way to frame the Miami Marlins‘ 2025 season than by using the word incredible. Then, I dare you to label your expectations on this team heading into 2026 as anything other than: “Ready”.

According to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, the Miami Marlins are open to trading Edward Cabrera during this offseason. However, Jackson stated that the Marlins would have to receive a substantial package in return for Cabrera. He also ruled out the Houston Astros and Baltimore Orioles as possible destinations for the right-handed pitcher.

The Miami Marlins had to augment their bullpen in a hurry in the wake of losing Ronny Henriquez for the season. This prospect could help.

Heaney started his pro career as the No. 9 overall pick in the 2012 MLB Draft out of Oklahoma State. He broke into the majors in 2014 with the Miami Marlins. His next stop was the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, for whom he pitched his longest tenure, seven seasons.