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Pete Fairbanks Visibly Emotional as Nerve Issue Forces Him Out of Marlins Game

Pete Fairbanks threw a pitch that appeared well outside the strike zone. The frustration on his face made the Miami Marlins quickly realize something was wrong.

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Marlins Closer Set to Return Wednesday

With their postseason hopes facing an uphill battle, the Miami Marlins are set to get their closer back. Pete Fairbanks, who landed on the 15-day injured list on Aug.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / August 26

With Another Injury, Is Marlins Reliever Pete Fairbanks' Future Fried with the Fish?

2026 hasn't exactly been a banner year for Pete Fairbanks. The Miami Marlins relief pitcher hasn't fared very well in the role of closer. That's especially true for a team that should be closer to a Wild Card spot, and several of his bad appearances are a reason that they aren't.

Miami Marlins News / Yardbarker / August 25

Marlins' playoff hopes take hit with loss of Pete Fairbanks

The Miami Marlins' flickering playoff hopes took a major hit on Tuesday.

Injury woes creep up again for Blue Jays as Shane Bieber lands on 15-day IL

Carson Whisenhunt undergoing MRI due to elbow discomfort

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Miami Marlins News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 25

Marlins Place Pete Fairbanks On Injured List

The Marlins announced that right-hander Pete Fairbanks has been placed on the 15-day injured list with right median nerve irritation. Left-hander Dax Fulton has been recalled in the corresponding move.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / August 25

Marlins Evaluating Pete Fairbanks for Injury After Removing Him From Red Sox Game

The Miami Marlins and manager Clayton McCullough cannot seem to catch a break. It seems like every time they get a guy back from injury, they lose another guy to an injury.

Miami Marlins News / ESPN / August 25

Closer Fairbanks exits Marlins' loss with injury

Veteran closer Pete Fairbanks, 32, who signed a one-year deal to join the Marlins this season, felt nerve irritation and numbness in his throwing arm and departed after facing just one batter in Miami's 4-2 loss to the Boston Red Sox on Monday night.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / August 23

Marlins 2026 Free Agent Signings Outside of One Player Officially Busts

It is safe to say that the Miami Marlins did not get a good return on their investment in free agents this past offseason. The Marlins signed five free agents and only one still remains with the team and even he has not had a great season.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / June 19

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Let's explore three relievers on the trade market who would help to mend the late-inning bullpen concerns for the Yankees.

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Miami Marlins News / Athlon Sports / June 9

Marlins' Major Offseason Signing Underperforming

The Miami Marlins took a big swing this offseason, signing closer Pete Fairbanks to a one-year, $13 million contract. The former Tampa Bay Rays closer was coming off a stellar 2025 campaign in which he posted a 2.83 ERA across a career-high 60.1 innings and 61 appearances.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / May 21

Yankees Should Buy Low, Trade for Marlins Reliever to Solve Bullpen Problems

Much has been written about the Yankees' bullpen struggles of late, especially as they aren't going away on their own. General manager Brian Cashman could turn the page by calling Miami Marlins general manager Gabe Kaplan to make a deal for reliever Pete Fairbanks.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / April 28

Marlins Face Uncertainty After Pete Fairbanks Injury, Ninth-Inning Blowup

The Miami Marlins definitely wish they could do last night over again. Up 4-2 heading into the bottom of the ninth inning against the mighty and feared Los Angeles Dodgers, the Marlins appeared to be on the verge of a needed series-opening victory.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / December 24

Reports: RHP Pete Fairbanks reels in 1-year deal with Marlins

Right-handed reliever Pete Fairbanks agreed to a one-year, $13 million contract with the Miami Marlins, multiple media outlets reported on Wednesday. MLB.com reported the deal includes a $1 million signing bonus, $1 million in incentives based on appearances and an acquisition bonus of $500,000 if he is traded.

MLB News / Yardbarker / December 24

Marlins plug understated hole with Pete Fairbanks addition

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MLB News / Yardbarker / December 24

Marlins show willingness to spend by adding RP Pete Fairbanks

The Marlins have made a significant addition.

Marlins plug an understated hole with Fairbanks addition

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Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / December 18

MLB Insider Believes Rays' Pete Fairbanks Will Receive Multi-Year Deal

The Tampa Bay Rays are heading into the holiday season with still several needs to address. Recently, one of their free agents has remained the top option at his position. It has been a busy winter for the Rays so far, with the team making a number of moves to try to position themselves for success in 2025.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 2

Tigers among teams interested in Pete Fairbanks

The relief market has been the most active element of free agency so far, with Devin Williams, Ryan Helsley, Raisel Iglesias and Phil Maton among the most prominent names off the board thus far.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / December 1

Report: Blue Jays, Marlins among teams interested in Pete Fairbanks

Holiday bargain shoppers alert: right-hander Pete Fairbanks may not be available for much longer. Fairbanks, whose $11 million player option ($1 million

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / November 30

Market Value for Rays' Free Agent Pete Fairbanks Starts to Take Shape

With a recent signing by the Baltimore Orioles, the market and the value of Tampa Bay Rays’ free agent closer Pete Fairbanks has become a bit clearer. While there haven’t been a plethora of major moves just yet in free agency, there have been some deals starting to trickle in day by day.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Just Baseball / November 20