Sometimes, when trades are made, it’s not clear how important a deal can end up being down the line. That was the case for the Miami Marlins in 2024 with a deal they made with the Baltimore Orioles.
The Marlins sent pitcher Trevor Rogers to the Orioles, who were loading up for a postseason run in the American League, in exchange for Kyle Stowers and Connor Norby. A pair of prospects for a pitcher at the deadline is common for one team looking for playoffs depth and one looking for young players to build around.
Little did Miami know on their way to a 100-loss season that this deal would pay off big time a year later. It also solidified a corner outfield spot for the future after the Marlins got a breakout year from Stowers.
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