Marlins Outright First Baseman Matt Mervis to Triple-A After Struggles

Miami Marlins first baseman Matt Mervis has been designated for assignment and subsequently cleared waivers, resulting in his outright assignment to Triple-A Jacksonville. Mervis started the 2025 season with a strong power display, hitting six home runs in eight games, but his performance sharply declined afterward, marked by a high strikeout rate exceeding 36% and a batting average falling below .130 in his recent major league play. Across his MLB career, Mervis has struggled with contact, posting a .165 batting average and a 34.5% strikeout rate, which contrasts with his more productive minor league stats that include a .269 average and substantial power demonstrated by 82 home runs. Despite his challenges at the major league level, the Marlins maintain interest in Mervis due to his raw power and the absence of a firmly established first baseman, suggesting a potential future call-up contingent on improved plate discipline and swing decisions. His outright assignment removes him from the 40-man roster but keeps him in the organization to refine his skills in Triple-A. Mervis's development this season in Jacksonville will be critical in determining whether he can translate his minor league success into consistent major league contributions.