The Miami Marlins signed Jared Pettitte to a minor league deal. Jared is the son of former pitcher Andy Pettitte.

Jared Pettitte, a 23-year-old lefty (just like his dad), split his collegiate career between the University of Houston and Dallas Baptist University. He made 13 appearances (four of them starts) for the Patriots this season, compiling a 5.81 ERA and a 1.24 strikeout-to-walk ratio. For the entirety of his college experience, he appeared 24 times with marks of a 6.29 ERA and a 1.15 strikeout-to-walk ratio.

The Derek Jeter-Andy Pettitte connection is strong since Jeter is co-owner of the Miami Marlins. I hope Jared has a solid career in the Majors. Miami is still rebuilding. They have several young players that are developing. Jared can be part of something special in Miami in the future. The city of Miami deserve a contending team.