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Despite the devastating 1998 season, the Marlins managed to acquire promising talent in the subsequent draft, picking Josh Beckett second overall in 1999. Ownership changed hands to John Henry, who brought in new management in an attempt to rebuild.
Over the next few years, the Marlins slowly resurfaced, with key player developments and trades refocusing their efforts. The team saw emerging talents such as Preston Wilson and AJ Burnett shine as they finished with respectable records in the 2000s, laying the groundwork for future success.