As Spring Training begins and players arrive at Roger Dean Stadium in Jupiter, Florida, fans and media alike hope this is the season where the Miami Marlins turn themselves into contenders.
That might be a bit of a reach this season, but with player movement and solid additions to the 40-man roster this offseason, it might not be as much of a reach as some think. Miami still has plenty of adjustments to make for 2020, with Don Mattingly once again steering a fragile ship that could lead to another disastrous season. That may result in a change of philosophy by the front office and a cleaning of the coaching staff.