Marlins Place Derek Hill on IL Promote Victor Mesa Jr.

The Miami Marlins have promoted outfielder Victor Mesa Jr. from Triple-A Jacksonville to the Major League roster, replacing Derek Hill, who was placed on the 10-day injured list due to a sprained left wrist. Mesa, a top prospect and the Marlins' No. 26 prospect, has shown promising performance in the minors, batting .300 in six games before his promotion. The Cuban outfielder, son of legendary Cuban player Víctor Mesa, signed with the Marlins in 2018 and has overcome significant cultural and sporting challenges during his six seasons in the minor leagues to reach the majors. His call-up marks a significant milestone for both him and his family, who have a strong legacy in Cuban baseball. Mesa Jr.'s presence on the active roster is expected to bolster the Marlins' emerging talent pool as they continue investing in young players. This promotion was officially reported by multiple sources including MLB trade rumors and journalist Francys Romero.