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The Miami Marlins had one of the better seasons in recent years. Yes, they missed the postseason, but they were in the race until mid-September. They are on the better half of a rebuild and now look to put together a true contender for the 2027 season.

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5 Trends That Should Help the Marlins Contend in 2027

We have now seen another major league season come and go. Unfortunately for Miami Marlins fans, they will not be watching the team in the postseason. Despite failing to eclipse a .500 record for a third consecutive season, this was a team that has continued to improve on the promise they displayed to their fans last season.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / September 30

One Marlins Free Agent They Can’t Afford to Lose and One They Can

The Miami Marlins front office will face tough decisions, as most management does when it's time for the offseason. Some key free agents can't be touched, and others you can live with moving on from. We can say anything, whether it's good or bad, but Alcantara, 31, is the motor of the team.

Miami Marlins News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 29

Marlins Part Ways With Hitting Coach Pedro Guerrero

Marlins president of baseball operations Peter Bendix met with the media today to discuss various topics. Bendix mentioned that hitting coach Pedro Guerrero will not be back with the club next year.

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The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the active MLB players to reach 100 hits in at least eight different seasons can you name in five minutes?

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Sandy Alcantara News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 29

Report: Marlins Don’t Plan To Trade Sandy Alcantara In Offseason

The Marlins have no plans to trade right-hander Sandy Alcantara this offseason, per reporting from Barry Jackson of The Miami Herald. 2026 was the final guaranteed year of Alcantara’s deal but he can be retained for 2027 via a $21MM club option or sent to free agency via a $2MM buyout.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Clayton McCullough News / ESPN / September 29

Marlins commit to McCullough for '27, ponder $21M option on Alcantara

Clayton McCullough, who managed the Marlins to their most wins over a two-season span since 2009 and 2010, will return in 2027, president Peter Bendix said.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / September 29

Marlins Players Most Likely to Be Gone Before Opening Day 2027

The Marlins are going into an offseason with some optimism. They are not going into a rebuild. There are not endless questions about what the Marlins will do here or there to make the teams close to contention.

Sandy Alcantara News / Athlon Sports / September 29

Sandy Alcantara says he wants to keep closing for Miami and hopes to finish his career with the Miami Marlins

Sandy Alcantara wants to remain with the Miami Marlins and continue working out of the bullpen after making an unusual transition late in the 2026 season.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / September 28

Marlins Have Three Free-Agent Decisions to Make as Offseason Begins

And with that, the 2026 Miami Marlins season is over. It was a ride with many ups and downs and brought some excitement to Marlins fans for what the future might be.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 27

Marlins fend off Braves in season finale

Heriberto Hernandez and Griffin Conine slugged solo home runs, giving the host Miami Marlins a 5-3 win over the Atlanta Braves on Sunday afternoon. For the Braves (94-68), it was their last game before the playoffs.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / September 27

Marlins Make Change at Leadoff Position for Season Finale

In the final game of the regular season, the Miami Marlins will use a tenth different leadoff man. Xavier Edwards has been the main guy to set the tone for the team.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Xavier Edwards News / Miami Marlins on SI / September 26

Marlins Could Make Surprising Trade With Breakout Star This Offseason

The Marlins have plenty of decisions to make this upcoming offseason, some pertaining to their bullpen, others pertaining to their lineup, but perhaps the biggest decision is what the Marlins are going to do with Xavier Edwards.

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Eury Perez News / Field Level Media / September 25

Eury Perez tosses first career complete game to blank Braves

Eury Perez didn't allow a hit for five innings and pitched his first career complete game as the host Miami Marlins defeated the Atlanta Braves 3-0 on Friday night.

Griffin Conine News / Field Level Media / September 23

Griffin Conine's timely hit pushes Marlins past Cubs in 12

Griffin Conine plated the go-ahead run in the 12th inning for the visiting Miami Marlins, who snapped a three-game losing streak Tuesday with an 8-2 win over the Chicago Cubs.

Pete Fairbanks News / Athlon Sports / September 19

Marlins Lose Pete Fairbanks to Devastating Surgery

The Miami Marlins will be without two key pieces of their bullpen for the rest of the season. Right-handers Pete Fairbanks and Anthony Bender are both set to undergo season-ending surgeries, according to MLB.com’s Christina De Nicola.

Sandy Alcantara News / Larry Brown Sports / September 17

Marlins pull a wild move with ace pitcher Sandy Alcantara

The Miami Marlins played quite the trap card during Wednesday’s game. Miami played Wednesday against the Arizona Diamondbacks on the road at Chase Field in Phoenix, Ariz.

Miami Marlins News / EssentiallySports / September 15

Pete Fairbanks Visibly Emotional as Nerve Issue Forces Him Out of Marlins Game

Pete Fairbanks threw a pitch that appeared well outside the strike zone. The frustration on his face made the Miami Marlins quickly realize something was wrong.

Miami Marlins News / EssentiallySports / September 13

'I Don’t Understand It': Marlins Broadcaster Left Furious After Pitcher Is Pulled With Just 68 Pitches

Tyler Phillips had worked his way through the trouble in the first inning after giving up back-to-back homers, and he had a solid rebound over the next two innings.

Javier Sanoja News / Just Baseball / September 11

Javier Sanoja Is More Than Just a Utility Piece for the Marlins

There are always distinguishing characteristics of a player’s profile that help determine just how they fit into their current team. From an everyday player to an off-the-bench bat, and even the Swiss Army Knife role, they all play intricate roles.

Pete Fairbanks News / Athlon Sports / September 9

Marlins Closer Set to Return Wednesday

With their postseason hopes facing an uphill battle, the Miami Marlins are set to get their closer back. Pete Fairbanks, who landed on the 15-day injured list on Aug.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 7

Pete Crow-Armstrong makes Cubs, MLB history by joining 40-HR club

Furthering his MVP case, Pete Crow-Armstrong made history in multiple ways despite the Chicago Cubs' loss on Sunday.

Pete Crow-Armstrong enters elite Chicago Cubs club with latest home run

Pete Crow-Armstrong on cusp of NL first since Barry Bonds

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MLB News / Yardbarker / September 5

Marlins' Griffin Conine joins father to make history with latest HR

A member of the Miami Marlins made history on Saturday despite the team suffering a 6-5 loss to the Chicago Cubs. When Griffin Conine came up to bat in the bottom of the fifth inning, he did so with Miami trailing 5-2.

Jakob Marsee News / Just Baseball / September 4

Jakob Marsee’s August Tear Has Earned Him a Longer Leash

As a society, we all tend to be far more reactionary than we probably should. In reference to baseball specifically, many tend to quickly jump off the ship of a player who is failing to meet the expectations we set for them, especially after a hot start to their big-league career.

Miami Marlins News / The Spun / August 31

MLB Fan 'Marlins Man' Threatens StubHub With Lawsuit

Marlins Man, a longtime MLB fan whose real name is Laurence Leavy, is one of the most recognizable fans in the sport at this point. The Miami Marlins fan is known for sitting right behind home plate at games across the country, rocking his easy-to-spot orange hat and jersey.