Pete Fairbanks, at 32, is the oldest player on the Miami Marlins.

That puts into perspective how young this team is.

Miami had the youngest roster in MLB last season and still managed to win 79 games and be in the playoff race until late September.

Speaking with Fish on First at Marlins Media Day last Friday, Fairbanks made a bold claim. 

"I think the big step is coming," Fairbanks said. "It's a good young team with a very solid core, and I'm excited to come in ....

"I am the oldest person on the roster, so I'm excited to do whatever I can, whether it's help that step or lock down some wins, I'm excited for the upcoming year."

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