At this time last month, Nick Anderson was considered a relative long shot to make the Marlins’ Opening Day roster. He was in a battle for one of the last few bullpen spots as spring training entered its final days. Starting the season in Triple A New Orleans could have very well been a feasible option.
But between a strong showing in Jupiter and a few roster moves leaning in his favor, Anderson found himself in Miami March 28 as the Marlins opened the year against the Colorado Rockies. He made his first relief appearance that day, retiring the lone batter he faced by forcing Ryan McMahon to ground out after two pitches.