Under normal circumstances, Sixto Sánchez would have probably made his MLB debut this year. Health permitting, it’s still possible that the Marlins give him an opportunity during the shortened 2020 season, trusting that the Dominican could provide a big boost for the starting rotation.
The Marlins are lacking a true ace. Caleb Smith stepped up early on last year and Sandy Alcántara finished strong, but both lacked consistency from start to finish. Although Miami’s depth is promising, contending for a postseason berth won’t be realistic without better production from the top of the rotation.