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How Marlins Can Make Roster Room for Free Agents After Christopher Morel Deal

Waiting for an official announcement of the Miami Marlins signing Christopher Morel to a one-year Major League deal? So is the rest of the baseball. Once the deal is official, the Marlins will place him on the 40-man roster.

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Why Edward Cabrera Trade Talks May Have Led Marlins to Sign Christopher Morel

There is ample evidence that the Miami Marlins are looking to move a starting pitcher, perhaps Edward Cabrera. Miami likely won’t part with him without getting a high price in return.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / December 13

Three Early Contenders for Marlins First-Round Draft Pick in 2026

The MLB draft is notoriously hard to predict, especially in December, when the selection weekend is months away. Yet, two sites — Baseball America (subscription required) and MLB Pipeline have tried.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / December 13

How Can Recent Marlins Signing Modify Game to Fit Traditional First Base Mold?

The Miami Marlins have been put in a somewhat fascinating position when it comes to their infield for 2026. With their decision to let Troy Johnston walk, they had a major position of need at first base, which needed to be filled rather rapidly, whether that be internally or otherwise.

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Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / December 13

Could Hard-Throwing Closer be Perfect Free Agency Fit for Miami Marlins?

There are questions surrounding the Miami Marlins this offseason and just how much money the front office is willing to spend. They left the Winter Meetings this week without spending or making any trades.

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Christopher Morel News / Miami Marlins on SI / December 13

Christopher Morel Deal Aside, How Much Will Marlins Spend This Offseason?

The good news is that the Miami Marlins grabbed some cheap power with an agreement to sign Christopher Morel on Friday. The bad news is that might be the biggest free agent signing of the offseason for the Marlins.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / December 12

Should Marlins Try To Trade for This Prospect To Help Their Bullpen?

The Miami Marlins once had one prospect in their organization whose name many people didn’t know. He is still playing in the minors and had a solid 2025 season.

Christopher Morel News / Total Apex Sports / December 12

Christopher Morel Signs 1-Year Deal With Miami Marlins

It’s been a weird winter for baseball in Florida. While the Tampa Bay Rays have been busy shuffling their roster like a deck of cards at a Vegas table, the Marlins have been quiet.

MLB News / Miami Marlins on SI / December 12

Marlins Reportedly Signing Rays Free Agent Slugger to One-Year Contract

One need that the Miami Marlins have this offseason is a first baseman. They were not going to be in the market for Pete Alonso of the New York Mets, the biggest free agent available.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / December 12

Marlins Have No One to Blame But Themselves Amidst Slow Offseason Start

The Winter Meetings have come and gone, and the Miami Marlins were quiet. They are coming off a solid 2025 campaign and were hoping to build off that heading into the new year.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / December 12

College Pitching Star May be Right Fit for Marlins First-Round Draft Pick

It’s been a while since the Miami Marlins turned to a college pitcher in the first round of the MLB Draft. Could 2026 change that? The Marlins learned earlier this week that they’ll select No.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / December 11

Marlins Select Former Savannah Bananas Two-Way Player in Rule 5 Draft

The Miami Marlins made a bold move to go after former Savannah Banana Livan Reinoso as part of their Rule 5 draft pick. The 27-year-old is from Paterson, New Jersey.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / December 11

Fast-Rising Marlins Prospect Made His Case for MLB Promotion Last Season

The Miami Marlins are in a very fascinating position when it comes to building their roster for the 2026 season. With the team not particularly being one that spends big in free agency historically, they have had to improve the roster via trades and prospect development instead.

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Giancarlo Stanton News / Miami Marlins on SI / December 11

Did Marlins Win Historic Blockbuster Trade with Yankees Over Long Term?

Time certainly has gone by so fast. It’s been eight years since the Miami Marlins traded Giancarlo Stanton to the New York Yankees in exchange for three players. Stanton is one of the best players ever to wear a Marlin uniform.

Sandy Alcantara News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 11

Cubs interested in Marlins trade, but it’s not for Sandy Alcantara

Amongst the Chicago Cubs’ top offseason priorities remains finding another top flight pitcher for their rotation. As the Cubs look for options, they have turned to the Miami Marlins.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / December 11

Marlins Linked to SEC Slugger in First MLB Mock Draft After Falling in Order

The Miami Marlins didn’t get much done during the MLB winter meetings, which wrapped up on Wednesday in Orlando. During Tuesday’s MLB draft lottery, the Marlins learned they would draft No.

MLB News / Miami Marlins on SI / December 10

Orioles Reportedly In Talks With Marlins Regarding Starting Pitcher

There are several questions surrounding the Miami Marlins and the front office this offseason, but the biggest may be which starting pitcher, if any, they will trade?

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / December 10

Marlins Select Two Pitchers in Minor League Phase of Rule 5 Draft

Today was the 2025 Rule 5 Draft, which took place in Orlando, Florida at the MLB Winter Meetings. During the Minor League phase of the draft, the Miami Marlins made two selections according to Marlins Communications on X.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / December 10

Will History Repeat Itself with Marlins Landing 14th Overall Pick in Lottery?

The Miami Marlins have something to cheer about because they landed the No. 14 pick in the 2026 MLB Draft. Although the Chicago White Sox landed the No.

Sandy Alcantara News / Miami Marlins on SI / December 10

Marlins Ace to Pitch for Dominican Republic in World Baseball Classic

The 2026 World Baseball Classic rosters are continuing to be revealed during this year's MLB Winter Meetings in Orlando, Fla. One player who accepted an invitation was revealed in Marlins ace starter Sandy Alcantara, per Fan Duel Sports' Craig Mish.

Edward Cabrera News / Last Word On Sports / December 10

Who Could Land Marlins Starter If He’s Traded

Edward Cabrera remains one of the more intriguing controllable starters on the trade market — a hard-throwing right-hander with strikeout stuff, upside, and years of team control.

Edward Cabrera News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 9