The main objective for any MLB team during Spring Training? Avoiding significant injuries. So far, so good for the Marlins, who have several players with aches and pains—Jorge Alfaro (oblique), Jeff Brigham (biceps), Ryan Cook (toe), Ryne Stanek (back)—but nothing truly debilitating.
Beyond that, you want to see competition. That’s what has been propelling the Fish to one of the Grapefruit League’s best records in 2020 (somebody new stepping up every day). Specifically, they are getting impressive outings from under-the-radar relievers. Non-roster invitees like Brad Boxberger, Aaron Northcraft and Alex Vesia have had convincing auditions.