According to Joe Frisaro of MLB.com, Jeff Conine, a holder of a number of Marlins’ records and nicknamed "Mr. Marlin," will reportedly be signed to a one-day contract on March 28th and then retire.
Conine, who was with the team for their two World Series titles, will be honored on the field during the Marlins season opener versus the Mets at Dolphin Stadium on March 31st. It is rumored that the Marlins have not ruled out bringing Conine back to the club as an advisor.