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Marlins’ Starting Pitcher Faces Biggest Outing of His Career
- Garrett faces a pivotal Grapefruit League start vs. the Nationals, aiming to secure a Marlins rotation spot.
- Garrett returns from last year’s elbow surgery and a missed season in 2025 to prove his durability and readiness.
- Current spring stats show Garrett with a 6.75 ERA across two starts, leaving him in the bubble for the rotation.
- Garrett’s best season so far came in 2023, when he went 9-7 with a 3.66 ERA and 156 strikeouts.
- Marlins drafted Garrett seventh overall in 2016 and are evaluating him for 2026 rotation plans.
- Garrett acknowledges the pressure but emphasizes readiness and daily preparation with Miami’s facilities and PT team.
- Tonight’s game is a test of mental and physical readiness amid Garrett’s spring performance.
- Team will decide Garrett’s fate for 2026 after this performance and spring evaluation.
- Garrett’s 2023 season remains his benchmark for potential value with the Marlins.
- Garrett's trajectory with Miami includes development through rehabilitation facilities and coaching, as noted by his support system.
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