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Marlins Bolster Bullpen: Depth Over Stars?
24 Feb
Summary
- Marlins acquired Pete Fairbanks on a one-year, $13 million deal.
- John King was signed, adding depth to the bullpen roster.
- The team prioritized building depth rather than signing top-tier free agents.
The Miami Marlins have significantly revamped their bullpen during the offseason, with a strategic focus on accumulating depth. A key acquisition was right-handed pitcher Pete Fairbanks, signed to a one-year contract valued at $13 million. Fairbanks brings seven years of experience from the Tampa Bay Rays, where he maintained a 2.98 ERA and a 1.153 WHIP.
Beyond Fairbanks, the Marlins' approach centered on depth rather than pursuing headline free agents. Southpaw John King was another notable signing, adding another arm to the roster. The team also retains pitchers like Anthony Bender, Calvin Faucher, and Tyler Phillips, with Bender nearing a return from injury. This strategy aims to balance the roster with both right and left-handed pitchers for the upcoming season.
