"Obviously, the same goes for twenty-nine other teams in MLB. Competition for free agents will be fierce as always. The Marlins are expected to be more active than they were the last two seasons, yet also to remain bargain shoppers relative to the top of the market spenders. Reinforcements will be added, but the biggest splashes will likely have to come via the trade or from within the organization. It's just the nature of the beast for Miami."
"However, hope springs eternal this time year for every team, even small market ones like the Marlins. Until the free agents start flying of the shelves, arguments can be made for Miami adding on. Until the Braves, Mets, and Phillies add a couple more superstars, Marlins fans can talk about how they just might have enough to keep pace and push for the playoffs if enough players take the next step, or at least avoid falling off a cliff."
Major League Baseball's offseason has begun and the Miami Marlins enter it with cautious optimism and clear budget constraints. The Marlins are likely to be more active than the previous two winters but will remain bargain shoppers compared with top-market teams like the Braves, Mets, and Phillies. Significant roster upgrades will probably come via trades or internal player development rather than expensive free-agent signings. Fan hope relies on player breakouts, incremental improvements, and avoiding roster collapse. Competitive balance within the division and aggressive moves by rivals will shape realistic playoff chances for the season ahead.
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