Marlins assess center field after Jakob Marsee's elbow discomfort

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Last updated Sep 30, 2026

Marlins assess center field after Jakob Marsee's elbow discomfort
Summary

The Miami Marlins face uncertainty in center field as Jakob Marsee deals with left elbow discomfort. He will see Dr. Keith Meister for further evaluation, raising concerns about a potential Tommy John surgery that could sideline him for most of the 2027 season. Manager Clayton McCullough utilized Javier Sanoja and Esteury Ruiz to fill the position in recent games, but neither player is seen as a long-term solution. The Marlins may explore options in the free agent and trade markets, depending on the evaluation results for Marsee. A final decision on center field will hinge on the severity of his injury.

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  • •Jakob Marsee experiences left elbow discomfort requiring medical evaluation.
  • •Surgery could keep Marsee out for most of the 2027 season.
  • •Javier Sanoja and Esteury Ruiz are currently filling in at center field.
  • •The Marlins may seek external options for center field if needed.
  • •Marlins President Peter Bendix confirms manager Clayton McCullough will return in 2027.
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  • 5:17 AMYahoo Sports — Marlins May Have Center Field Concerns Moving Forward
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Jakob Marsee’s left elbow discomfort could create uncertainty in center field for the Miami Marlins as a long offseason gets underway.

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