Considering the financial limitations of this team, I appreciate this write-up. 

I am extremely pessimistic about Sherman's ability to open up his wallet. I'm at peace with that. 

Of the above list, my money is on Nathaniel Lowe being added to this team. Given his history with Bendix, I feel as if he's a lock. It fits the model of what Bendix is doing. Even though he struggled at the beginning of 2025, he bounced back after being traded to Boston. I think there is a match here. Additionally, he is an upgrade at 1B for the Fish regardless. The team would be better with him. 

Bendix will research the market before committing any finances to players. The suggestions you've put forth are where I'm mentally going. Bendix will look at non-tendered players before financially committing to free agency. 

Kudos! 

On 11/22/2025 at 11:47 PM, JustMarlins said:

Considering the financial limitations of this team, I appreciate this write-up. 

 

I am extremely pessimistic about Sherman's ability to open up his wallet. I'm at peace with that. 

Of the above list, my money is on Nathaniel Lowe being added to this team. Given his history with Bendix, I feel as if he's a lock. It fits the model of what Bendix is doing. Even though he struggled at the beginning of 2025, he bounced back after being traded to Boston. I think there is a match here. Additionally, he is an upgrade at 1B for the Fish regardless. The team would be better with him. 

Bendix will research the market before committing any finances to players. The suggestions you've put forth are where I'm mentally going. Bendix will look at non-tendered players before financially committing to free agency. 

 

Kudos! 

If I have to bet on one player from those mentioned above, I think Bendix will choose a pitcher. More specifically, looking for that Ronny Heníquez-type new arm.

For example, take Taylor Rashi's Baseball Savant: https://baseballsavant.mlb.com/savant-player/taylor-rashi-688497?stats=statcast-r-pitching-mlb

Nothing jumps out of the charts, but his 4-seam, Slider, and Splitter were very effective putting batters away. Looks like he might need a tweak here and there, but interesting nevertheless. I'm not saying it's him, but an arm like his.

Another example is Sam Hentges: https://baseballsavant.mlb.com/savant-player/sam-hentges-656529?stats=statcast-r-pitching-mlb, who, to me, should be a no-brainer to sign even if he misses some time early in the season.

If a position player has to be chosen (and knowing that they won't sign anyone over $5M), I'd go with Christopher Morel, who might be some sort of insurance if Norby doesn't pan out at 3B. He bats right, has power, and plays multiple positions. In some ways, it makes sense to add him, but maybe not at $2,5M.