Miami Marlins quietly make a roster move that could reshape their pitching depth after the 2025 season

On Friday, the Miami Marlins made a strategic pitching decision by bringing in a seasoned right-hander as they work on revamping their roster for the upcoming season. While it may not be a blockbuster deal, it aligns perfectly with the front office's approach this winter. The team has already traded several pitchers, secured some short-term assistance, and maintained flexibility in their 40-man roster.

This new addition offers major league experience, versatility in both starting and relief roles, and a player eager to show what he can do. For the Marlins, it’s all about building depth and fostering competition. For the pitcher, this could be one of his last opportunities to lock down a consistent spot in the big leagues.

Osvaldo Bido joins Miami Marlins with three seasons of MLB experience

On Friday, the Marlins beefed up their bullpen by claiming right-hander Osvaldo Bido off waivers from the Rays. Bido was designated for assignment on Monday, along with infielder Tsung-Che Cheng, to clear space on the 40-man roster after the Rays brought in infielder Brett Wisely and lefty Ken Waldichuk from Atlanta.

The Marlins have picked up right-handed pitcher Osvaldo Bido off waivers from the Rays, according to Daniel Alvarez Montes of El Extra Base. Last week, Tampa Bay designated Bido for assignment. Miami has a vacant spot on the 40-man roster after sending lefty Ryan Weathers to the Yankees, so they won't need to make any additional moves.

On Friday, the Miami Marlins picked up right-handed pitcher Osvaldo Bido off waivers from the Tampa Bay Rays, as first reported by Daniel Álvarez Montes of El Extrabase.

The Marlins had 39 players on their 40-man roster, so they didn't need to make any other moves. Bido, who is 30 years old, has three seasons of experience in Major League Baseball.

Last year, he had a record of 2-5 with a 5.87 ERA over 79 2/3 innings in 26 games, which included 10 starts. In the Minor Leagues, Bido was 2-0 and had a 5.71 ERA in 17 1/3 innings with Triple-A Las Vegas.

Since 2023, Bido has played in 58 games (28 of which were starts) for the Pirates and Athletics. His career record stands at 9-13 with a 5.07 ERA.


Bido hit the big 3-0 this past October. Before making his debut as a rookie at 27 in 2023, he spent seven seasons in the minors with the Pirates. For the last two seasons, he’s been pitching for the A’s, who picked him up on a big league contract during the winter of 2023-24 after Pittsburgh let him go.

The lean 6’3”, 175-pound right-handed pitcher has had a rollercoaster experience in the majors over the last three years, with some rough stats in 2023 and 2025, but he did manage to throw 63 1/3 innings with a solid 3.41 ERA and good rate stats in 2024.

Bido has no minor league options left, so he’ll have to either make the team with the Fish, likely in a long relief position, or clear waivers before heading to Triple-A.

Osvaldo Bido has a lot of starting experience to offer the Marlins, and he’ll be competing for a spot in the big leagues this spring.

Miami Marlins trade Edward Cabrera to the Chicago Cubs as part of a broader roster reset

The Marlins are all about balancing immediate upgrades with trades for the future this offseason, 2025-2026. They sent Edward Cabrera to the Cubs to bring in an unnamed outfielder. They also signed Pete Fairbanks and Christopher Morel to one-year contracts. Plus, they picked up Esteury Ruiz from the Dodgers.

On the downside, they sent Edward Cabrera to the Cubs. They also traded Ryan Weathers to the Yankees. An unnamed outfielder was traded to the Giants. Another unnamed outfielder went to the Reds. Plus, they traded an unnamed first baseman to the Twins.

Sandy Alcantara (RHP, Marlins) is seen as a likely trade candidate for the summer of 2026, as he approaches the final year of his five-year, $56 million contract, featuring a $21 million club option for 2027 ($2 million buyout). After missing all of 2024 due to Tommy John surgery, he faced challenges in the first half of 2025, but turned it around with a 3.13 ERA in his last 12 starts.

The Marlins have already dealt Edward Cabrera and Ryan Weathers this offseason, which lowers the likelihood of Alcantara being traded before Opening Day.

Pete Fairbanks (RHP, Marlins) inked a one-year, $13 million deal this winter, proving himself as a reliable reliever with 75 saves and a 2.98 ERA over the last three seasons with the Rays. If the Marlins' season takes a turn for the worse, he might be traded at the Trade Deadline.

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