Liam Hicks, a catcher for the Miami Marlins, enters spring training with significant pressure after being selected in the Rule 5 Draft from the Detroit Tigers. He must remain on the team's MLB roster throughout the season or be returned to Detroit. Hicks is managing this pressure by focusing on his performance and receiving support from the Marlins coaching staff. This spring, he has shown strong potential, hitting .227 with a .433 on-base percentage, which bolsters his chances of making the team despite limited prior experience at the major league level.
Hicks admitted he feels the pressure of potentially being offered back to Detroit, but the coaches have been supportive, emphasizing not to overload himself with additional stress.
With a solid performance in spring training, including a .227 batting average and a commendable .433 on-base percentage, Hicks is positioning himself favorably for a spot on the Marlins roster.
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