Marlins Promote Agustín Ramírez for MLB Debut

The Miami Marlins have called up catcher Agustín Ramírez, their No. 4 prospect according to MLB Pipeline, to make his MLB debut against the Cincinnati Reds after acquiring him in last year's Jazz Chisholm Jr. trade with the Yankees. Ramírez, 23, has produced a .254/.313/.479 line with three home runs, 12 RBIs, and five stolen bases in 19 games at Triple-A Jacksonville this season. His promotion follows Rob Brantly being placed on the 10-day injured list with a right lat strain. With injuries and underperformance at catcher, Ramírez is expected to compete for playing time behind the plate. Scouts praise his offensive skills but question his long-term fit at catcher. The Marlins hope Ramírez can provide a boost as they face the Reds after breaking a five-game losing streak.