After witnessing countless trades during the three years of this latest rebuild, Marlins fans have been conditioned to wait patiently before evaluating a move. But swapping Caleb Smith, Humberto Mejía and Julio Frias for Starling Marte had a much different feel. The Marlins used the strength that is their starting pitching depth to solidify center field with a former All-Star and Gold Glove winner.
Leaving a non-competitive situation in Arizona, Marte made an instant impact on the playoff race during his Marlins debut against the Blue Jays, clubbing an eighth-inning solo home run to put the Fish ahead for good.