Former Miami Marlins infielder/outfielder Ronny Simon reflected on short tenure with Tyler Boronski.
MIAMI, Fla. – Ahead of Wednesday’s 8-2 win, former Miami Marlins infielder/outfielder Ronny Simon spoke with Tyler Boronski about returning to LoanDepot Park for the first time and reflecting on his growth as a player.
“I feel really great [to be back in Miami],” he said. “It’s my first time coming back after being here last year and making my [major league] debut. I’m really excited to be here.”
Simon played in 27 games (22 starts) for the Marlins and batted .234 with a .604 OPS, including 11 hits in 47 at-bats, two doubles, and five runs batted in. He last played for the team on May 27, 2025, and was designated for assignment three days later. The Pittsburgh Pirates claimed Simon off waivers, spent a year with the Indianapolis Indians (Triple-A), and recalled him to the majors last week.
It was in time for a South Florida reunion.
Simon reunited with a few former Marlins teammates and Manager Clayton McCullough. He’s started in the last six games for the Pirates, serving at right field and designated hitter. In the last two games against the Marlins, Simon has three hits in six at-bats, all singles. Although the Pirates have lost both games, he’s making the most of every opportunity in the batter’s box.
The Dominican Republic native’s last game as a member of the Marlins was against the Padres in San Diego. He started at second base, but committed three errors in the first four innings. Simon expressed frustration and was seen crying. Otto Lopez replaced him for the rest of the game. The Marlins blew a 6-0 lead and lost 8-6.
Simon reflected on the game with Boronski and explained how it helped him grow as a player.
“It’s going to be tough,” he said. “[My teammates and coaches] told me, ‘This happens to everyone.’ It’s part of the game and I’m just trying to keep things simple. An experience like that isn’t amazing, but you learn so much.”
Simon hasn’t shown off a ton of power in the majors, but can put the ball in play. He’s primarily served in the bottom half of the Pirates’ lineup. Simon has logged a base hit in his last five games, including a couple of multi-hit performances. Although the focus remains on the season, he’s setting himself up to stay in the majors long-term.
The 26-year-old is under team control through 2032.
Simon’s early journey in the majors is a prime example of how athletes successfully respond to adversity. He didn’t falter to a multi-error performance or being released. Instead, Simon worked himself back to the majors and has shown positive flashes as of late.
Meanwhile, the Marlins are 1.5 games behind the Arizona Diamondbacks for the last Wild Card spot in the National League. The race continues to tighten up with 41 games left on the regular-season schedule.
