The Miami Marlins finished the 2023 season with a disappointing 62-100 record, landing them in fifth place in the NL East. The team's struggles were highlighted by a lack of effective starting pitching, with key players like Sandy Alcantara sidelined due to injuries.

Despite the challenges, some players showed promise, including Xavier Edwards, who excelled in the second half of the season. However, the overall outlook remains bleak as the organization faces a significant rebuild and needs to address multiple roster gaps.

The regular season concludes with a recap of the top closers and projections heading into 2025. Emmanuel Clase of the Cleveland Guardians and Ryan Helsley of the St. Louis Cardinals share the top spot with 47 saves each. Their solid performance highlights their consistency over the years.

Also notable are Devin Williams from the Milwaukee Brewers and Kirby Yates of the Texas Rangers, both showcasing their skills as elite closers this season. The guide provides insights on overperforming players and those to watch as contenders in coming drafts.

The Atlanta Braves’ streak of six consecutive NL East titles came to an end after a narrow 4-3 defeat against the Miami Marlins. The Braves' hopes for a wild-card spot have diminished, with them sitting two games back. Meanwhile, the Marlins continue to struggle but displayed notable performances, with Jake Burger leading offensively.

Valente Bellozo secured the win for Miami, while Atlanta's Charlie Morton faced challenges on the mound. Ozzie Albies returned from injury but couldn’t make an impact. Burger's performance earned him the title of the Marlins’ most valuable player for the upcoming season.

As the fantasy baseball playoffs heat up, teams are securing their postseason spots while others are finalizing their playoff rosters. The Tampa Bay Rays are shifting their closer committee dynamics, now led by Edwin Uceta after Pete Fairbanks' injury. Meanwhile, the Miami Marlins' Jesus Tinoco and the Los Angeles Angels' Jose Quijada are solidifying their roles.

The New York Yankees clinched a playoff berth, relying on Ian Hamilton's clutch performance. However, the Baltimore Orioles are parting ways with Craig Kimbrel after a disappointing second half.

As teams navigate injuries and save opportunities, pay attention to the closers' committee shifts and emerging prospects as we move toward the end of the regular season.

As fantasy baseball leagues enter the crucial stages, injuries and player performances significantly impact closer roles across various teams.

The Miami Marlins face uncertainty in their bullpen following the injury of Calvin Faucher, leading to a committee approach, while the Los Angeles Angels also navigate their own closer conundrum following Ben Joyce's shoulder inflammation.

Meanwhile, the New York Yankees and Detroit Tigers have seen changes in their closer roles, with both teams adjusting to emerging pitchers.