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Newly acquired from the Marlins, Fortes brings confident defense, and some sneaky unique offense. No sooner did I write about the experience of being in the Miami Marlins draft war room when we took C Nick Fortes did the Tampa Bay Rays move to acquire the former 4th Round pick from Miami.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 29

Rays get C Nick Fortes from Marlins for OF Matthew Etzel

The Tampa Bay Rays acquired catcher Nick Fortes from the Miami Marlins on Tuesday in exchange for minor league outfielder Matthew Etzel. Fortes, 28, batted .249 with two home runs and 10 RBIs in 59 games with the Marlins this season.

MLB News / DRaysBay / July 29

Rays trade Danny Jansen to Brewers, acquire Nick Fortes from Marlins

With the trade deadline approaching, the Rays are making a change at backstop. The Tampa Bay Rays have made two moves to change their approach at catcher for the rest of this season, sending veteran Danny Jansen to his hometown team — the Milwaukee Brewers — in exchange for their No.

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MLB News / Miami Marlins on SI / July 28

Grading The Miami Marlins, Tampa Bay Rays Recent Trade

The Miami Marlins have made their first move of the MLB trade deadline, reportedly sending C Nick Fortes to the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for OF Matthew Etzel (Tampa Bay’s No.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 28

Reports: Rays deal C Danny Jansen to Brewers, get Marlins C Nick Fortes

The Tampa Bay Rays got younger at catcher Monday, using a pair of reported trades to swap Danny Jansen out for Nick Fortes. The Rays dealt Jansen to the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for infield prospect Jadher Areinamo, MLB.com and The Athletic reported.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / July 28

Report: Miami Marlins Agree to Trade With AL Playoff Contender

The Miami Marlins have gotten off to an early start ahead of the MLB trade deadline, as they have reportedly agreed to a trade with the Tampa Bay Rays.

MLB News / Miami Marlins on SI / July 11

Giants, Marlins Linked to Surprising Trade Before MLB Deadline

The Miami Marlins and San Francisco Giants could represent very viable trade partners before the MLB trade deadline, but one recent move was suggested that would come as quite a surprise.

Miami Marlins News / 5 GOATs / June 7

Nick Fortes beans Ryan Weathers in head attempting to throw to second after warmup pitches

Miami Marlins left-handed pitcher Ryan Weathers received an unexpected surprise on Saturday as a throw-down to second base after warmup pitches from Marlins catcher Nick Fortes hit him in the side of the head.

Miami Marlins News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 4

Marlins Place Otto Lopez On Injured List, Activate Nick Fortes

The Marlins announced a pair of roster moves today as they placed infielder Otto Lopez on the 10-day injured list due to a Grade 2 sprain of his right ankle.

Miami Marlins News / Field Level Media / May 4

Marlins reinstate C Nick Fortes, place 2B Otto Lopez on IL

The Miami Marlins activated catcher Nick Fortes from the 10-day injured list Sunday morning. To make room for him on the active roster, starting second baseman Otto Lopez was placed on the 10-day injured list.

MLB News / Mets Merized Online / February 5

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It was a rough 2024 for National League East catchers, at least with the bat, with the best of the bunch posting a .751 OPS in 99 games. The worst of the lot checked in with a .227/.259/.318 slash line.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Blue Jays Insider / December 18

Looks like Toronto Blue Jays could be interested in acquiring another catcher

The Toronto Blue Jays have stated that acquiring another catcher is not one of their top priorities, but it looks like they might still try to land one for the 2025 season.

Mississippi Rebels News / Ole Miss Rebels on SI / June 3, 2024

Rebels In The Show: Looking at 3 Former Ole Miss Players in the Bigs

In 2018, the Ole Miss Rebels had completed a terrific season which included an SEC West title, an SEC Tournament championship, and a top-five national seed entering the NCAA Tournament.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 17, 2024

Marlins earn third straight shutout, top Mets 8-0

Nine-hole hitter Nick Fortes, who was batting just .127 entering the game, slugged a three-run home run to lead the Miami Marlins to an 8-0 win over the visiting New York Mets on Friday night.

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Miami Marlins News / Last Word On Sports / May 17, 2024

Possible Trade Options To Upgrade Struggling Marlins Catching Position

Despite this string of recent wins, the Miami Marlins still have offensive issues to deal with and it hits the forefront with their catchers. Their two current catchers are Nick Fortes and Christian Bethancourt.

Miami Marlins News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 24, 2024