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Troy Johnston earns opportunity in Marlins big league camp

It’s been a struggle in recent years for the Miami Marlins to develop their own hitters. The offense has been upgraded entering 2023 through trades and free agent signings, but they need some help from homegrown options. Drafted and developed by Miami, first base prospect Troy Johnston could be a big piece of their long-term lineup. During Spring Training, he’s hoping to prove himself.

“Really excited for the opportunity,” Johnston said about being a non-roster invitee to Marlins major league camp. “Really thankful for the Marlins that think of me so highly to be able to invite me to that.