BREAKING: The Miami Marlins have officially activated third baseman Connor Norby after he recovered from surgery on a broken hamate bone in his left wrist. This crucial update comes just weeks after Norby underwent the procedure on July 16, 2023, and he is set to make an impactful return against the New York Mets today.
Norby, who last played on July 11 in Baltimore, was initially sidelined with what was described as wrist inflammation before the severity of his injury was revealed. Following surgery performed by renowned hand specialist Dr. Don Sheridan in Phoenix, Norby worked diligently in his rehabilitation, playing five games with Triple-A Jacksonville to prepare for his return.
Marlins manager Clayton McCullough expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “Very excited to get Connor back. He worked extremely hard along with our training staff to get back from this as quickly as he could.” This sentiment highlights the determination and resilience shown by Norby during his recovery.
Before his injury, Norby had already faced challenges this season, missing the first three weeks with a strained oblique. He managed to bat .241 with six home runs and 26 RBIs across 72 games this season. The Marlins acquired him during the 2024 trade deadline from Baltimore, where he had a batting average of .236 with nine homers and 20 RBIs in 45 games.
In a move to clear space for Norby on the roster, the Marlins optioned infielder Maximo Acosta to Jacksonville. Acosta struggled during his stint, hitting just .167 (4-for-24) in nine games.
As the Marlins gear up for the final push of the season, Norby’s return is a significant boost for the team’s playoff aspirations. Fans and teammates alike are eager to see how his presence will impact the lineup as they face the Mets today.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops, and follow the Marlins as they aim for a strong finish in the season’s final month.