Jeff Brigham should be beaming with pride from what he accomplished last season. Stalled at the High-A level the three previous years, the stocky right-hander vaulted all the way to the major leagues. Throughout this winter, he’s had the comfort of a 40-man roster spot.
And yet, Brigham’s window to establish himself as a starting pitcher is closing fast. The 2019 season presents the opportunity to stick in an unsettled Marlins rotation, the alternative of transitioning into a middle reliever, and the threat of falling out of the picture entirely in the event of another injury.