There are a lot of decisions facing the Miami Marlins this winter before they head into the 2026 season. One year after losing 100 games, the Marlins hung around into September in the National League wild card race under first-year manager Clayton McCullough.

Even though they came up short of getting back to the postseason for the second time in three years, Miami is set up for success for the future. They have a young core in place and there is no doubt that the future is bright in South Florida.

An important offseason for them begins shortly after the World Series ends, and there are some huge decisions facing the Marlins. Here are three goals for Miami going into McCullough’s second season as manager.

Add a Veteran at First Base