"At this point, there aren't many details, but it's always a bit ominous when concerns arise with a pitcher's elbow. Mazur was acquired from the Padres at the 2024 deadline in the deal headlined by Tanner Scott. He served as optionable rotation depth for Miami last year, making six big league starts with a 4.80 earned run average and 13.7% strikeout rate."
"Pitching injuries are inevitable and a team will need far more than just five or six starters to get through a season. The Marlins had 15 different guys make at least one start last year, for instance. Mazur was once of 11 guys to make at least three starts."
"The depth has been challenged a bit here during spring training. Junk had an ankle sprain a couple of weeks ago but he seemed to be fine now. Per De Nicola, he is scheduled to make his Grapefruit League debut tomorrow. Prospect Thomas White recently suffered an oblique strain and will be sidelined for three to four weeks."
A Marlins right-hander is seeking evaluation from renowned surgeon Dr. Keith Meister regarding elbow discomfort, with imaging tests already performed. Elbow issues in pitchers are typically concerning. Mazur was acquired from the Padres at the 2024 deadline and served as rotation depth, making six starts with a 4.80 ERA. He was expected to fill a similar role in 2026 with one remaining option season. The Marlins' rotation includes Sandy Alcantara, Chris Paddack, and Braxton Garrett. Pitching injuries are common, requiring deep rosters; the Marlins used 15 different starters last season. Spring training has presented additional challenges with injuries to Junk and White, though prospects like Robby Snelling provide depth options.
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