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Marlins Lose Respected First Base Coach to NL East Division Rival

The Miami Marlins will have to find a new first base coach to replace Tyler Smarslok, who is leaving the franchise for the Washington Nationals. Smarslok will join new manager Blake Butera’s staff as the team’s field coordinator, per the Washington Post on X (formerly Twitter).

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Marlins to hire Craig Driver as first base coach

The Marlins are hiring Dodgers catching coordinator Craig Driver away as their new first base coach.

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Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / November 19

Marlins Listed as Surprise Landing Spot for Japanese Star

After a 2025 season that saw the Miami Marlins exceed expectations and had some younger players have breakout seasons, it has put the front office in an odd position this offseason.

Miami Marlins News / Just Baseball / November 19

Miami Marlins 2025-2026 Offseason Wish List

When you take into consideration all of the positives that the Miami Marlins experienced during the 2025 season, you would be remiss to not believe they are in a prime position to make a couple of key moves that really propel them into contention in the National League next season.

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How many of the players to reach the 50-home run milestone in one MLB season can you name in five minutes?

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Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / November 19

One AL East Team Could Push the Marlins to Consider Moving a Starter

Now that the General Managers' meetings are in the rearview mirror, all eyes are turning toward what is expected to be a crazy offseason in terms of free agency and trades across the majors.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / November 18

These Four Marlins Prospects Boosted Their Stock in the AFL

The 2025 Arizona Fall League season was a very successful one for the Miami Marlins farm system. Four prospects (two hitters and two pitchers) from the organization excelled, and after the way they produced, boosted their stock, and should only continue to rise up the Marlins ranks.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / November 18

MLB Insider Makes Compelling Case For Marlins to Trade a Pitcher This Offseason

After a surprising 2025 season that saw the Miami Marlins more than exceed their preseason expectations under first-year manager Clayton McCullough, it's going to be a big offseason in South Florida.

MLB News / Miami Marlins on SI / November 17

Potential First Base Targets for Marlins After Mariners Locked Down Josh Naylor

With the Miami Marlins reportedly ready to spend some money this offseason and a key area of need presenting itself at first base (.663 OPS last season), it doesn't take a sabermetrics expert like president of baseball operations Peter Bendix to put two and two together.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / November 17

MLB Reporter Says Marlins Are Very Likely to Trade a Starting Pitcher

The Miami Marlins head into the 2025-2026 offseason with lots of items to check off their checklist, and one of the primary ones that could end up happening is dealing away some starting pitchers.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / November 17

This Marlins Top Outfield Prospect Could Accelerate Toward Majors in 2026

The Miami Marlins have a raft of quality players that could reach the Majors one day. Talent develops on its own pace, but some players have the talent to push the envelope.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / November 16

Former Marlins Top Prospect Could Make Major League Impact in 2026

The Miami Marlins have an exciting young core developing at the Major League level. Bats like Kyle Stowers, Agustín Ramirez, Jakob Marsee, and Xavier Edwards were all bright spots in the lineup at one time or another in 2025.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / November 16

Marlins Face Critical Decision on Star Prospect as Rule 5 Deadline Approaches

Developing Major League prospects is a long game. But teams like the Miami Marlins only get to hang onto them for so long. MLB rules require teams to make decisions on prospects by a deadline.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / November 16

Marlins Farm System Shines With Four Prospects in Latest Top 100

The Miami Marlins have had an unconventional last couple of years. They made the playoffs in 2023, but after Peter Bendix took over as the president of baseball operations in 2024, they lost 100 games and fired Skip Schumaker.

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Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / November 15

MLB Writer Hints at Marlins Having Different Offseason Outlook Than Past Seasons

After a surprising 2025 season that saw the Miami Marlins win more games than most expected, there is a different feel around the organization as a key offseason in terms of moves gets underway.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / November 15

Why the Marlins Must Add to Their Starting Rotation This Offseason

When looking at the payroll of the Miami Marlins this season one would guess they were the worst team in baseball as the organization spent the least amount of money amongst all 30 teams, but that wasn't the case.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / November 15

Marlins' Easiest 2025 Offseason Decision About to Be Revealed

November 18 is the deadline to protect players from the Rule 5 Draft. Teams must first have room on their 40-man roster and then add eligible players to it before 6 pm ET on November 18 in order to protect them from the Rule 5 draft, which will take place on December 10.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / November 14