Continuity. There is a new general manager of the Marlins for this season, a new veteran, power-hitting outfielder and a revamped bullpen, but all things considered, a major theme of their 2021 team is continuity. They are running it back with many of the familiar faces from the 2020 postseason run while banking on top prospects to reach their potential. As discussed at length on Friday, there are both pros and cons of this approach.
Only 15 players on the Marlins spring training roster (including members of the 40-man roster and non-roster invitees) are new to the organization, acquired since October.