It’s been painful at times, but the Marlins have gradually built respectable depth in their farm system. The inevitable J.T. Realmuto trade and June draft—where they select fourth overall—will allow them to add even more high-end talent. Their immediate concern, however, is trying to hold on to what they got.
MLB teams have that other draft upcoming on Dec. 13: the Rule 5 draft. The deadline to “protect” eligible players from being selected is Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET. That protection comes in the form of a 40-man roster spot.
Who’s eligible on the Marlins?