It’s the one glaring weakness in the Marlins infield and the biggest lingering question to be answered in the team’s lineup. Who is going to be the team’s starting first baseman on Opening Day?
Two “contenders” for the role, Garrett Cooper and Peter O’Brien got a jump start this week when they were invited to “mini camp” with Marlins prospects at their Spring Training facility in Jupiter, FL.
While the front office was on hand to see the future of the franchise, both veterans were in attendance on their hitting before the team begins full Spring Training activities, which starts with pitchers and catchers reporting Feb.