Jesús Sánchez is poised for a significant change in his role with the Miami Marlins as they navigate a roster overhaul. With Jazz Chisholm Jr. traded, there’s a vacancy in center field, prompting the Marlins' manager to experiment with Sánchez in that position during spring training. Previously, Sánchez has mostly played right field but has shown versatility and athleticism, having logged starts in center previously. Despite battling elbow inflammation, he’s coming off a season with career highs in games played and home runs, though his overall performance metrics indicated room for improvement.

As Sánchez transitions into this new potential role, the Marlins, under a new managerial approach, are giving him a chance to solidify himself as a key player in their lineup. With his defensive capabilities acknowledged, he could become a crucial asset in the outfield as Miami looks to rebuild. The Marlins have a tightly controlled payroll, and Sánchez’s performance will be pivotal as they look to form a competitive team moving forward.