Marlins New Manager: Can Clayton McCullough Turn the Tide? 

The Miami Marlins are making headlines again, but not for the reasons fans would hope. After a dismal 62-100 season, the Marlins have decided to shake things up by hiring Clayton McCullough as their new manager. This move comes after years of struggle, with the team only making the postseason twice since their last World Series win in 2003.

What’s intriguing about this hire is that McCullough has never managed at the MLB level before. He comes from a successful stint as the first-base coach for the Dodgers, where he was part of a World Series-winning team. Marlins President Peter Bendix has expressed confidence in McCullough, stating he embodies the culture they want to build. But can a first-time manager really turn around a franchise that has seen triple-digit losses multiple times in the last decade?

Let’s dive into this discussion. Do you think McCullough is the right choice for the Marlins? What challenges do you foresee him facing in the National League East? And how important is it for a manager to have prior MLB experience in a rebuilding situation?

Additionally, what bold predictions do you have for the Marlins in the upcoming season? Will they finally break their postseason drought, or are we looking at another year of struggle? Share your thoughts and let’s see where this conversation takes us!