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Marlins Secure Weathers: Will He Stay Healthy in 2026?
9 Jan
Summary
- Weathers agreed to a one-year contract with the Marlins to avoid arbitration.
- He battled forearm and lat strains, limiting his starts in 2025.
- If healthy, Weathers is expected to play a key role in the Marlins' rotation in 2026.
Left-handed pitcher Weathers has inked a one-year deal with the Miami Marlins, successfully navigating the arbitration process. The 26-year-old faced a challenging 2025 season, beginning on the injured list with a forearm strain and later succumbing to a lat strain after just five starts. Despite these ailments, he was cleared to pitch again in September.
Over his final three outings of the 2025 season, Weathers posted a 1-1 record with a 5.27 ERA and a 1.68 WHIP, striking out 14 batters across 13.2 innings. His major-league game starts have been sparse over the past three years, totaling only 39.
Looking ahead to 2026, Weathers is anticipated to assume a significant role within the Marlins' starting rotation. His potential contribution hinges critically on his ability to maintain good health throughout the upcoming season.
