Peter Bendix
President of Baseball Operations
Miami Connection
As president of baseball operations for the Miami Marlins, Bendix has driven the team's 'doing more with less' philosophy, maximizing resources through innovative scouting and trades like acquiring prospects Owen Caissie from the Cubs. His leadership has positioned the Marlins for contention in South Florida's competitive sports scene despite budget limitations. Bendix's cross-state move from Tampa underscores his commitment to elevating Miami's MLB presence.
About
Born in August 1985 in Cleveland, Ohio, Peter Bendix grew up in Westlake and attended the same high school as NFL stars Jason and Travis Kelce. He began his baseball career in 2009 as an intern with the Tampa Bay Rays, rising through the ranks to become their president of baseball operations. In November 2023, the Miami Marlins hired him away from the Rays to lead their baseball operations, impressed by his shared vision with owner Bruce Sherman. Bendix emphasizes constant evaluation, innovation, and creating every edge for the organization. His strategies have been credited with the Marlins' ability to succeed despite financial constraints. He is 38 years old and based in South Florida with the Marlins.