The Marlins No. 1 Prospect Sixto Sanchez was among one of the 10 as he was optioned to Triple-A Wichita. In five seasons in the minors, he has compiled some stunning numbers, with a record of 23-18 in 58 starts. He has an ERA of 2.58.

Jorge Guzman, the No. 19 prospect, was also optioned to Triple-A Wichita. Guzman had some struggles this spring, but he had a solid season last year in Jacksonville to earn this promotion to Triple-A.

In addition to these moves, Edward Cabrera and Jordan Halloway were optioned to Double-A Jacksonville. In his 2 spring games, Cabrera, the No. 5 Prospect, posted 4.0 innings, 2 hits, 2 earned runs, and 4 strikeouts. Jordan Halloway, the No. 20 Prospect, had an excellent spring himself as he posted 4.0 innings, not allowing a single hit or run and striking out one.

Humberto Mejia. the No. 23 Prospect, posted an inning in Spring Training. he ended up walking 2 and striking out 2. The Marlins optioned him to Class A Jupiter.

Left-Handed Pitchers Braxton Garrett, Trevor Rogers, and Daniel Castano were reassigned to Minor League Camp. Catcher B.J. Lopez and outfielder Victor Victor Mesa were also reassigned.

Jorge Alfaro was supposed to start Thursday’s contest against the Mets but ended up being a scratch due to left oblique tightness according to Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald.

Alfaro is being listed as day-to-day even though any type of oblique issue is a concern. Alfaro is not being sent for an MRI but he will be monitored to see if further issues occur.

Jorge Alfaro last season hit .262/.312/.425 with 18 home runs and 57 RBI’s. Despite having a 1.0 WAR and having average blocking and framing numbers, Alfaro is Miami’s guy.

If Alfaro’s injury becomes serious, they have Francisco Cervelli and Chad Wallach to look upon. Francisco Cervelli was signed by the Marlins this off season and Wallach looks to stay healthy after only appearing in 48 at bats due to a concussion.

The 31 year old veteran has played for four teams in his eight years. Boxberger last year had a 1/3 record with an ERA of 5.40 in 26.2 inning. The veteran is looking for a bounce back season with the Marlins.

In 2016, Boxberger started to struggle in his third season as he posted a 4.71 ERA in 24.1 innings. Ever since, he has not looked the same.

The Marlins also made the signing of Sean Rodriguez official. Rodriguez played every position last season except Catcher last season with the Philadelphia Phillies. In 112 at bats, he managed to bat .223 with four home runs and 12 RBI’s.

With both of these signings, the Marlins are proving to add more depth to the weaker positions. If Brad Boxberger can bounce back, he could be a late bullpen player added before the start of the season or sometime during the regular season. Sean Rodriguez brings depth to every position and is a guy that can start or come off the bench to pinch hit.