Five years ago, the Miami Marlins made an intriguing move by signing not one, but two brothers with the name Victor Mesa. The Mesa brothers, Victor Victor Mesa and Victor Mesa Jr., came from a baseball-rich background. Their father, also named Victor Mesa, had a successful career playing in the Cuban National Series and even won a gold medal at the 1992 Olympics. In 2018, both sons defected from Cuba and caught the attention of the Marlins.
The Marlins wasted no time in securing the talents of the Mesa brothers. They signed Victor Victor for an impressive $5.25 million and Victor Jr. for $1 million. At just 17 years old, Victor Jr. joined the Marlins organization and has remained a promising prospect. Last year, he showcased his skills in centerfield, hitting 18 home runs, driving in 76 runs, and stealing 10 bases at Double-A Pensacola.
