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Marlins turn to Sandy Alcantara in quest for series split vs. Braves

The Miami Marlins will try to halt their slide on Thursday when they send ace Sandy Alcantara to the mound in the finale of their four-game home series against the Atlanta Braves.

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Braves vs. Marlins Game 2: Predictions, Picks & Odds, May 21

Braves vs Marlins: An unbalanced NL East showdown will conclude as the Braves seek to win this series against the Marlins on Thursday. Atlanta holds on to the best record in the league, while they dominate the division.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 20

Braves crush Janson Junk, Marlins in runaway win

The visiting Atlanta Braves got three-run homers from Austin Riley and Dominic Smith to back up Chris Sale's strong pitching effort, defeating the Miami Marlins 9-1 on Wednesday.

Braxton Garrett News / ESPN / May 20

Marlins send struggling lefty Garrett to Triple-A

The Marlins optioned Braxton Garrett to Triple-A Jacksonville on Wednesday, one day after the left-hander's shaky start in an 8-4 loss to the Braves.

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The 'ERA leaders since 2003' quiz

How many ERA leaders from both leagues since the 2003 season can you name in five minutes?

Xavier Edwards News / Miami Marlins on SI / May 20

Xavier Edward Proving to Marlins Improvement in Key Hitting Matchup

Since the Miami Marlins acquired Xavier Edwards from the Tampa Bay Rays in a trade in 2022, the hope was he would grow into a star. He’s getting there, and in one key area he’s become a much better hitter this season than in 2025.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Miami Marlins News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 20

Marlins option LHP Braxton Garrett back to Triple-A

The Marlins are optioning lefty Braxton Garrett back to Triple-A Jacksonville, reports Christina De Nicola of MLB.com. They’ll make a corresponding move tomorrow.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / May 19

Marlins Rising Young Star Tabbed as Untouchable Trade Chip This Summer

When it comes to the Miami Marlins and trades, well, anything is possible. President of baseball operations Peter Bendix has shown that he's not afraid to make trades when the time comes.

Miami Marlins News / ESPN / May 19

From laughingstock to ... pioneers? The Marlins ar...

Whether it's calling pitches from the dugout or radically rethinking BP, Miami isn't afraid to fail.

Max Meyer News / Miami Marlins on SI / May 19

Max Meyer Joins Exclusive List of Marlins Pitchers on Unique List

Max Meyer didn't need to pitch lights out the way the Miami Marlins hit the ball on Monday evening. But a great start never hurts. Miami (22-26) blew out the Atlanta Braves (32-16), 12-0, in the first game of their four-game series at loanDepot Park.

Miami Marlins News / Field Level Media / May 18

Joe Mack, Javier Sanoja each drive in 4 as Marlins clobber Braves

Joe Mack drove in four runs and Javier Sanoja hit a grand slam to lead the Miami Marlins to a 12-0 rout of the visiting Atlanta Braves on Monday in the opener of their four-game series.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

MLB News / Ball Exclusives / May 19

Watch: Marlins catch fire and destroy Braves 12-0

The Atlanta Braves came up empty in virtually every way on Monday as they were demolished by the Miami Marlins 12-0. The matchup was largely quiet for a few innings until Joe Mack sent in a runner for the Marlins with a single to take a 1-0 lead.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / May 18

Marlins’ Top Prospect Erupts for Two Homers in Huge Sunday Performance

The Miami Marlins have some of the most exciting prospects in their farm system. One of their prospects has made some headlines this weekend, but there are concerns after a play at first base.

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Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / May 18

Offseason Moves Under Scrutiny Amidst Rocky Start for Marlins

As they near the 50-game mark for the 2026 MLB season, it's clear that the Miami Marlins aren't where they want to be. While their 21-26 record isn't disastrous by any means, it does represent the fourth-worst mark in the entire National League, placing them fourth in the NL East and already 11.0 games back of the division-leading Atlanta Braves.

MLB News / Miami Marlins on SI / May 18

Marlins Announce Pitching Probables for Crucial Series vs. Braves

Off the heels of a disappointing – yet understandable – series loss to the Tampa Bay Rays, the Miami Marlins now set their sights on a crucial seven-game homestand that’ll pit them against two division opponents in the Atlanta Braves and the New York Mets.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 18

Marlins face NL-leading Braves as difficult stretch continues

It doesn't get any easier for the Miami Marlins. After playing a three-game series at Tampa Bay, the team with the best record in the American League, they return home to open a four-game set Monday against the Atlanta Braves, the team with the best record in the National League.

MLB News / NBC Sports / May 17