The Miami Marlins faced a disappointing season in 2024, ultimately concluding their campaign in last place within the National League East with a record of 62-100. This result marks yet another year without postseason action for the team, adding to a disheartening trend since their World Series victory in 2003. Over the span of two decades, the Marlins have only made the playoffs twice, suffering eliminations in both instances through being swept in the National League Division Series and the wild-card round. The absence of a division title, since their inaugural season in 1993, casts a shadow over their future, making it seem unlikely that 2025 will bring any significant change.

Recently, the Marlins executed a trade with the Philadelphia Phillies, sending starting pitcher Jesus Luzardo to the Phillies in exchange for promising prospects. This decision stirred mixed reactions among fans, who took to social media to express their thoughts on the transaction. Many shared their frustrations about the team’s ongoing strategy, questioning the effectiveness of continually trading away top talent in hopes of rebuilding with prospects.

The #Marlins game plan is to trade their best players for top-prospects who either don’t pan out or become their best players who they trade for top-prospects. pic.twitter.com/7PDpYhWYwI

— Ryan M. Spaeder (@theaceofspaeder) December 22, 2024

The Marlins will now enter a 5-year rebuild, just after being in a 5-year rebuild, following their original 5-year rebuild https://t.co/bORO0lvDqn

— YankeeWrld (@YankeeWRLD) December 22, 2024

Congrats to Jesus Luzardo for escaping the hellhole that the @Marlins are. You’re gonna do big things in Philly. You’re finally in an organization that is in the business of winning ballgames, competing for championships, and loves their fan base.

— George Montes (@george_montes) December 22, 2024

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— Not 1985 (@l985) December 22, 2024

Fans have expressed their dissatisfaction with the Marlins organization, particularly in light of the recent trade of Luzardo, one of their most talented pitchers, for unproven prospects. One fan highlighted a prevalent sentiment that the Marlins are stuck in a cycle of perpetual rebuilding, indicating a broader concern regarding the team’s ability to assemble a competitive roster. In the 2024 season, Luzardo faced challenges, battling injuries that limited him to just 12 starts, where he recorded a 3-6 record with a 5.00 ERA and 58 strikeouts over 66.2 innings pitched. However, his performance in 2023, when he was healthy, showcased his potential as he started 32 games and achieved a record of 10-10 with a commendable 3.58 ERA, notching 208 strikeouts over 178.2 innings.

Despite the Marlins acquiring potential future stars in exchange for Luzardo, the fanbase’s impatience is palpable, especially considering the franchise’s ongoing failure to capture a division title. As the team gears up for the 2025 season, it will be intriguing to witness whether the Marlins will make additional strategic moves during the offseason to reshape their roster and fan expectations.

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