Marlins exercised Sandy Alcantara's $21 million option for 2027. The 2022 NL Cy Young winner led MLB with 214 innings, going 13-11 with a 3.87 ERA after a rough 2025. Trade chatter may linger, but the ace is staying put for now. 🔒
Sandy Alcantara is staying put: the Marlins exercised his $21 million club option for 2027, passing on a $2 million buyout. The 31-year-old went 13-11 with a 3.87 ERA and 153 strikeouts over 214 innings in 2026, and Peter Bendix called his leadership "second to none." ✅
MLB Trade Rumors (Marlins): Marlins Exercise Club Option On Sandy Alcantara
Marlins cleared five 40-man spots, outrighting relievers Tyler Zuber, Zach Brzykcy, Wikelman González and catchers Brian Navarreto, Logan Driscoll to Triple-A Jacksonville. Joe Mack and Agustín Ramírez are now the only catchers left on the 40-man. 🧹
Marlins began offseason cleanup, outrighting five from the 40-man: catchers Logan Driscoll and Brian Navarreto, and righties Tyler Zuber, Wikelman González and Zach Brzykcy. All cleared waivers and are likely headed to minor league free agency. 🧹
Transaction Alert: RHP Pete Fairbanks has elected free agency and is joining the Miami Marlins. 📋
Awards season is here: Javier Sanoja is an NL Gold Glove finalist at third base (vs. Bregman, Muncy), with winners announced Sunday. Otto Lopez's All-Star year (.305, 34 SB, MLB-best 191 hits) puts him in Silver Slugger talk. 🧤
Agustin Ramirez could carve out a role against lefties: he hit .256/.383/.372 in 94 PAs vs. southpaws, against .223/.280/.345 vs. righties. Small sample, modest power, and Joe Mack's emergence cloud it. An analyst's idea, not a team decision. 🔍
If MLB's next CBA brings a salary floor, the Marlins would suddenly have to spend: MLBTR's tracker shows only about $81.8MM committed for 2027. Per the Herald, Miami would likely close the gap via extensions and $10MM-$15MM-per-year acquisitions. 💰
Ex-Marlin Christian Yelich, traded by Miami to Milwaukee in January 2018, tripled in his first World Series plate appearance, becoming just the seventh player to do so. He finished 1-for-4 in Game 1. Marlins' loss, Fall Classic gain. ⚾
Yankees infield pitch: Miami reportedly would listen on Otto Lopez and Xavier Edwards, though neither is believed to be shopped. Both are controlled through 2029, so any suitor would pay big. Nothing is agreed; the Marlins' middle infield is just on the market's radar. 👀
Marlins finished 80-82, eight games off the final NL Wild Card spot. Peter Bendix wants the jump from contention to October in 2027, and defense is step one: Miami ranked 14th in fielding run value, and most teams ahead of them made the playoffs. 🧤
Marlins reportedly aren't shopping Otto Lopez or Xavier Edwards, but would listen on offers if the return is substantial, per the Miami Herald's Barry Jackson. Lopez (.305, 34 SB, first All-Star nod) is the prize, so the price tag stays high. 🔍
The Marlins released catcher Bennett Hostetler, a 2021 18th-round pick, via the MiLB transaction log. The 29-year-old never reached the majors but closed 2026 at Triple-A Jacksonville with an OPS north of 1.000 in limited at-bats. Depth chart, tidied. 🧹
10/21/1997: Gary Sheffield gave the Marlins an early lead in World Series Game 3 with this first-inning solo homer.
Victor Vodnik, recently traded to the Marlins, shares a unique connection with retired Marlin Ricky Nolasco—they both hail from Rialto High School in California. Nolasco once mentored Vodnik, recognizing his potential early on.
Max Williams, the Marlins' No. 27 prospect, is making waves in the Arizona Fall League after an injury-plagued start to his pro career. The third-round pick slugged a homer in his first at-bat back, showcasing his aggressive hitting style and determination.
Miguel Rojas, who spent eight seasons with the Miami Marlins, has announced his retirement. Though he's remembered for his postseason moments with the Dodgers, Miami was his main MLB home. Rojas' legacy in Marlins' history is now etched in stone.
Historically, Sanoja aims for consecutive Gold Glove Awards at utility, a category first awarded in 2022. Over the years, the Marlins have seen standout defensive talent, reflecting their commitment to versatile players. 🌟
Keep an eye on Marlins prospects Cam Cannarella and Brandon Compton for 2027. Cannarella, named the 2026 Player of the Year, and Compton, a standout at Double-A Pensacola, could make waves with potential roster spots amidst injuries. 🐟
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