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Marlins Acquire Struggling Pitcher Blalock in Rebuild Effort

1/21/2026

Summary

Story summary

The Miami Marlins acquired right-handed pitcher Bradley Blalock from the Colorado Rockies for an unnamed minor league pitcher.
Blalock posted a 9.36 ERA in 2025.
The Colorado Rockies designated Blalock for assignment after signing veteran Michael Lorenzen.
The Miami Marlins traded star pitcher Edward Cabrera and pitcher Ryan Weathers as part of a rebuilding effort.
The Marlins finished the 2025 season at 79-83 and hope Blalock can thrive outside Coors Field.

History

Historical Context

Major League Baseball expanded in 1993, adding the Florida Marlins and Colorado Rockies, following years of efforts to establish teams in Denver and Miami. The Rockies' Coors Field is infamous for inflating pitcher ERAs, while the Marlins' trade of Edward Cabrera reflects a trend of rebuilding teams seeking new talent, highlighting the ongoing challenges franchises face in balancing immediate success with long-term development.

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Story summary

The Miami Marlins acquired right-handed pitcher Bradley Blalock from the Colorado Rockies for an unnamed minor league pitcher.
Blalock posted a 9.36 ERA in 2025.
The Colorado Rockies designated Blalock for assignment after signing veteran Michael Lorenzen.
The Miami Marlins traded star pitcher Edward Cabrera and pitcher Ryan Weathers as part of a rebuilding effort.
The Marlins finished the 2025 season at 79-83 and hope Blalock can thrive outside Coors Field.

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