Liam Hicks is slated to start as the Marlins’ backup catcher behind Nick Fortes, per team updates, following Agustin Ramirez’s Sunday option to Triple-A Jacksonville.

Fantasy Impact

Hicks, a Rule 5 pick from the Tigers, boasts a 5:5 BB:K in 11 spring games but hits .227 with one double, securing the Marlins’ No. 2 catcher role behind Fortes. Ramirez waits in Triple-A. Fantasy managers in deep dynasty leagues should roster him, eyeing his discipline for spot starts until Miami’s rebuild shifts focus later in 2025.

Liam Hicks caught Sandy Alcantara during Sunday’s workout, and the Marlins ace came away impressed with his game-calling and pitch framing, Barry Jackson of The Miami Herald reports.

Fantasy Impact

Hicks, a Rule 5 draft pick from Detroit, is making a strong case to stick on Miami’s roster. While his offensive contributions remain a question mark, his defensive skills are drawing early praise, which could be enough to keep him on the 26-man roster as a backup to Nick Fortes. The 25-year-old has yet to play above Double-A but showed strong on-base ability last season, posting a .379 OBP across 113 games. If he continues to earn trust behind the plate, Hicks could carve out a role as a defensive-minded catcher for Miami.

Liam Hicks will start at catcher for the Marlins in Sunday's spring training game against the Mets.

Fantasy Impact

Hicks was behind the plate with Sandy Alcantara facing live hitters on Friday, and he will be catching him again on Sunday. He is competing for a depth role behind the plate for Miami.