Marlins Gear Up for 2026 Season at Spring Training

Players report to Jupiter, Florida for first full team workouts ahead of new campaign.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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The Miami Marlins' full roster has reported to spring training in Jupiter, Florida, as the team prepares for the 2026 MLB regular season. Players expressed excitement to get back on the field and work towards a successful campaign, with manager Clayton McCullough emphasizing the need to maintain that energy throughout the long season.

Why it matters

The Marlins are looking to build on their performance from the previous season and make a push for the playoffs. Spring training is a crucial time for the team to get their players back in game shape and establish a positive team culture heading into the new year.

The details

All Marlins players have now officially reported to the team's spring training facility in Jupiter, Florida, marking the start of their preparations for the 2026 MLB season. Players like center fielder Jakob Marsee and left fielder Kyle Stowers expressed their enthusiasm for being back on the field and working towards a common goal of team success. Manager Clayton McCullough noted that while the initial energy is promising, the team will need to maintain that focus and intensity throughout the long season.

  • The Marlins' full roster reported to spring training on February 16, 2026.
  • The team will play their first spring training game against the New York Mets on February 21, 2026.

The players

Jakob Marsee

The Marlins' starting center fielder, known for his enthusiasm and leadership on the team.

Kyle Stowers

The Marlins' starting left fielder, who appreciates the special camaraderie of being part of a Major League Baseball team.

Xavier Edwards

A Marlins infielder who is committed to the team's winning culture and brand of baseball.

Clayton McCullough

The Marlins' manager, who is tasked with maintaining the team's energy and focus throughout the long season.

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What they’re saying

“Yeah, I mean, I think when you love what you do, you're itching to get back, and we love playing this game, so we're just ready to be back together and enjoy this time we have together.”

— Jakob Marsee, Marlins Center Fielder

“When it comes down to it, it's a kids' game, and we're so grateful to do what we do and, man, just the built-in community that you have within these walls, it's so special.”

— Kyle Stowers, Marlins Left Fielder

“We all want to succeed, we want to help the team win more than anything, and I think that's a big part of our DNA as a big league team, and we're just looking to pass that along and to keep playing that brand of baseball.”

— Xavier Edwards, Marlins Infielder

“A lot of excitement for where guys have come in and how they look like and where they are, but also that this is just day one of a really long trek and journey that we're starting as a team.”

— Clayton McCullough, Marlins Manager

What’s next

The Marlins will face the New York Mets in their first spring training game on February 21, 2026.

The takeaway

The Marlins' players and coaching staff are eager to get the 2026 season underway, with a renewed sense of optimism and commitment to the team's winning culture. However, they understand that maintaining that energy and focus throughout the long season will be crucial to their success.