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Fairbanks Out, Marlins Rethink Closer Role | Miami Marlins News
Miami’s playoff push just got a lot tougher as closer Pete Fairbanks goes on the injured list with nerve irritation, sidelining him for weeks with only 30 games left. The Marlins are turning to Triple-A call-up Dax Fulton to fill the void, while manager Clayton McCullough reveals they’ll now rely on a rotating committee of relievers in the ninth — no single pitcher officially named closer. With Fairbanks sidelined and Miami four games behind the Wild Card spot, every inning matters as they scramble to stay alive in the NL race. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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