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Marlins Bullpen Set: Fairbanks Leads New Look
24 Mar
Summary
- Pete Fairbanks is the new closer after a key offseason signing.
- Calvin Faucher moves to a prime set-up role after leading saves.
- Nardi returns strong from injury, showing scoreless spring form.

The Miami Marlins have set their opening day bullpen, with key moves solidifying the relief corps before their season begins Friday against the Colorado Rockies.
Pete Fairbanks, a significant offseason acquisition, is slated to be the team's new closer. He brings a strong track record, having posted a 2.83 ERA last season with the Tampa Bay Rays and accumulating 90 career saves.
Calvin Faucher, who led the Marlins with 15 saves last season, is set to take on a prime set-up role. He will be ready to step in when Fairbanks needs a rest day.
Left-handed options include John King, who brings MLB experience from St. Louis, and Andrew Nardi. Nardi's return to form after an elbow injury and subsequent lower back inflammation has been a notable story in spring training, with him pitching scoreless innings.
Rounding out the bullpen are right-handed pitchers Michael Petersen, Lake Bachar, Tyler Phillips, and Anthony Bender, providing depth as the Marlins target a playoff appearance for the first time since 2023.




