When Owen Caissie made his debut for the Chicago Cubs last August, the impression was that the final two months of the regular season would serve as a preview for a larger role in 2026. Caissie's ascension was believed to be one of the primary reasons why the Cubs were willing to let Kyle Tucker walk via free agency this offseason. The impression was short-lived as Caissie was the headliner in the Cubs' trade package for Edward Cabrera.
Now with the Miami Marlins, Caissie has a clear runway at the major league level.