Wesley Dixon

Joined: Jul 9, 2026

Wesley Dixon is a sports writer focused on thoughtful analysis, roster-building angles, player development and feature-style storytelling. He has covered the Philadelphia 76ers and the NBA, with work centered on breaking down team direction, player fit and the larger stories behind the game. Wesley is a lifelong MLB fan, following multiple teams throughout the league. He is excited to bring that same detail-oriented approach to On SI.

Otto Lopez scores a run against the Atlanta Braves in the seventh inning at LoanDepot Park. Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

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The Miami Marlins are 41-25 at loanDepot Park but just 26-39 on the road, with one part of the roster responsible for the strange split.

Javier Sanoja prepares to bat against the Philadelphia Phillies Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

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Marlins utilityman Javier Sanoja has flashed unexpected power recently, adding another dimension to a game already built around contact and versatility.

Brian Navarreto hits a home run during the eighth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

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Brian Navarreto has hit only two home runs in his MLB career, with both coming against the Philadelphia Phillies.

Heriberto Hernandez reacts after getting hit by a wild pitch against the Cincinnati Reds Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

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Heriberto Hernández delivered consecutive late-inning go-ahead hits as the Marlins took two of three from the Reds over the weekend.

Max Meyer throws a pitch during the third inning against the Milwaukee Brewers.

The Marlins lead MLB with a 65.2% non-fastball usage rate, and Statcast data helps explain why Miami is leaning heavily on secondary pitches.

Kevin Brown in action against the New York Mets at Shea Stadium. Credit: Lou Capozzola-USA TODAY NETWORK

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Kevin Brown's dominant 1996 Marlins season and loss to John Smoltz in NL Cy Young voting show how pitcher evaluation has changed.

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One Marlins prospect has turned his demotion into an impressive offensive rebound.

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Jace Beck’s return to a starting role produced dominant results before the Marlins acquired him from the Cubs for Braxton Garrett.

Miami Marlins manager Don Mattingly greets right fielder Ichiro Suzuki at the dugout after Ichiro hit a solo home run

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Ten years ago, Ichiro Suzuki recorded his 3,000th MLB hit with the Marlins, giving Miami an unlikely place in the legend’s historic career.

Braxton Garrett delivers a pitch against the Atlanta Braves during the first inning at loanDepot Park.

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The Marlins are trading Braxton Garrett to the Cubs for Jonathon Long and Jace Beck ahead of the MLB trade deadline.

Liam Hicks hits a single in the fifth inning against the New York Mets at Citi Field.

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The Marlins traded Liam Hicks to the Rays for Brayden Taylor, Adrian Santana, and Jacob Kisting in a significant deadline deal.

Otto Lopez rounds first base after hitting a double during the fourth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field.

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Otto Lopez became an All-Star after the Marlins gave him a permanent opportunity. Miami should value that relationship before considering a trade.

Wesley Dixon

Joined: Jul 9, 2026

Is Marlins’ Record Indicative of How Much They Improved in 2026?

Marlins Rookie Ended MLB’s Longest No-Hitter Drought 20 Years Ago

Marlins Giving Recent Waiver Claim a Chance to Prove Himself in Majors

Why Jakob Marsee’s Defense Is Sending Marlins Mixed Signals for Future

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Why Are the Marlins So Much Better at Home?

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Javier Sanoja Is Finding Unexpected Power For Marlins

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Marlins Catcher's Only 2 MLB Home Runs Have Something Bizarre in Common

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Heriberto Hernández Keeps Coming Through for Marlins

Marlins Are Bucking MLB Trend With Unusual Pitching Approach

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Marlins Ace Took Run Support Into His Own Hands 30 Years Ago

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Marlins Prospect Turns Demotion Into Unexpected Breakout Season

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Marlins Betting Long-Time Farmhand Can Be Braxton Garrett's Replacement

Ichiro Reached Historic Milestone With the Marlins 10 Years Ago Today

Marlins Trade Braxton Garrett to Cubs for Two Prospects

Marlins Trade Liam Hicks to Rays for Three Prospects

Otto Lopez Finally Found a Home and Marlins Should Not Trade Him