Young Hitters, Power Prospects and Catching Depth Shape the 2027 Core

Miami is reportedly open to adding a corner infielder or outfielder, but trade-fit proposals involving Otto Lopez, Xavier Edwards, Max Meyer, and Boston outfielders remain speculation. Lawson has outlined individualized hitting priorities for Lopez, Joe Mack, and Agustín Ramírez; Max Williams’ weak Arizona Fall League showing is a cautionary development note, not a final verdict. The reported 40-man count is 35 as the Nov. 17 Rule 5 deadline approaches, with no announced protections.