NL East: Cold corner kings
Mar 17 2026
With apologies to Garrett Cooper, Jesús Aguilar, and Josh Bell, all of whom enjoyed brief stints as the team’s mostly-regular first baseman, Miami hasn’t had a multi-year fixture at the position since the halcyon days of Marlins legend Justin Bour (2014-2018). There have been more contenders for the position than for the throne of Westeros. Going back to the start of the franchise, two first basemen have truly stood out, Derrek Lee and Mr. Marlin himself, Jeff Conine, who was there when the team was established in 1993. Now, manager Clayton McCullough is once again searching for a leader for the hardest spot to rule on the Miami infield, with one pretender tracing his bloodline back to the founding of the realm....
Almost!
You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!
Already a subscriber? Sign in here
More From PT Tomorrow
Josh Lowe has returned from AAA and appears to be ready to take over the CF job in Anaheim.
Jul 1 2026 3:07am
Jul 1 2026 3:07am
Trent Grisham's looming return could remove either Spencer Jones or Jasson Domínguez from the Yankees' outfield. Plus, a new look infield in BOS, Dean Kremer nearing a return for BAL, and more.
Jun 30 2026 3:05am
Jun 30 2026 3:05am
This week, we discuss the return of Heliot Ramos to a crowded lineup situation in San Francisco, and the playing time outlook for prospects throughout the NL West.
Jun 27 2026 3:06am
Jun 27 2026 3:06am
Andrew Painter must hone his technique back in the minors before we can expect to see any MLB masterworks. Plus: 3B in WAS; SP in ATL; C/DH in MIA; 2B at NYM; more.
Jun 26 2026 9:56am
Jun 26 2026 9:56am
The Cubs are hoping Peterson can help stabilize a rotation battered by injuries.
Jun 26 2026 3:05am
Jun 26 2026 3:05am
