Summary
Stephen Jones, a 28-year-old pitcher, has left the San Diego Padres and signed a new deal with the Miami Marlins. Jones previously played in minor leagues but hopes to reach the major leagues with this new opportunity.
Key Facts
- Stephen Jones signed a minor-league deal with the Miami Marlins.
- He also received a non-roster invitation to spring training in Florida.
- Jones joined the Padres in January last year after being released by the Colorado Rockies.
- He performed well in Double-A with a 3.64 ERA and 49 strikeouts over 54 1/3 innings.
- Jones struggled in Triple-A, with an ERA over 13, leading to his release by the Rockies.
- The Miami Marlins are in a rebuilding phase, increasing Jones' chances to possibly join the big leagues.
- Jones was originally drafted by the Rockies in the 21st round out of Samford in 2019.
