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Not one team in Major League Baseball could claim they are playing much better baseball than the Miami Marlins have been recently. In case you haven't noticed, the Fish have quietly built one of the best young teams in the game, while many of their baseball brethren have chosen bold trades and brash free agent signings.

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Marlins' Max Meyer Deserved Better Fate in Latest Outing vs Rockies

The Miami Marlins took on the Colorado Rockies in the second game of their series and veteran Max Meyer took the mound for the Fish. Meyer finished the game pitching six innings where he gave up five runs but only one was earned as he struck out five batters.

Clayton McCullough News / Miami Marlins on SI / July 1

Clayton McCullough Pinpoints What Sparked Marlins' Turnaround

When the Miami Marlins were swept to close out May at Citi Field, that appeared to be rock bottom in a 2026 season that was heading in the wrong direction.

Sandy Alcantara News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 1

Marlins’ Sandy Alcantara may suddenly not be a trade candidate

For much of the early summer, Sandy Alcantara’s name sat near the top of every contender’s dreamboard, a frontline arm whose combination of stuff, durability and contract status made him the kind of trade-deadline swing that could reshape the postseason landscape.

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The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz

How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

The 'MLB active HR leaders' quiz

The 'Active 200-K season leaders' quiz

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / July 1

Marlins Are Winning Despite Paying a Yankees Star Millions

The Miami Marlins just concluded one of the best months in franchise history, going 20-6 throughout June. They outscored opponents 129-78. It was truly an impressive showing that pretty much nobody saw coming.

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

MLB News / ESPN / July 1

Marlins crush Rockies to wrap team's best month

Javier Sanoja and Owen Caissie each hit three-run homers and Joe Mack added a two-run shot as the Marlins defeated the Rockies 14-3 to claim their franchise-best 20th win of June.

Aiva Arquette News / Miami Marlins on SI / July 1

Marlins' Third-Ranked Prospect Will Likely Switch Positions in MLB

The Miami Marlins currently boast a bunch of baseball youngsters who appear ready to hit Major League Baseball in high gear soon. And one of the primary names switching lanes and whizzing past the competition over the next two seasons is shortstop Aiva Arquette, who's not hitting the brakes in his shuttle to The Show.

Miami Marlins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 1

Marlins league-best June heater is unlike any in MLB history

The Miami Marlins are the hottest team in MLB currently. The Marlins now have the best home record in baseball, and recently swept the San Francisco Giants.

Liam Hicks News / Field Level Media / July 1

With Liam Hicks back in fold, Marlins chase series win vs. Rockies

Liam Hicks has returned from injury to bolster an already red-hot lineup for the Miami Marlins, who continue their four-game series at the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday in Denver.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 1

Marlins rout Rockies with offensive explosion

Javier Sanoja, Joe Mack and Owen Caissie each hit home runs in the visiting Miami Marlins' 14-3 blowout win over the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday night in Denver.

Anthony Bender News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 30

Marlins Place Anthony Bender On Injured List

The Marlins placed reliever Anthony Bender on the 15-day injured list with a stress reaction in his right shin. Zach Brzykcy is up from Triple-A Jacksonville to take his place in the bullpen.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / June 30

Marlins Blistering June Creating Tough Front Office Decisions Ahead of Trade Deadline

After trading away pitchers Edward Cabrera and Ryan Weathers over the winter, that left Sandy Alcantara to headline a pitching staff going into the 2026 season with more questions than answers.

Christopher Morel News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 30

Mets to sign Christopher Morel

The Mets have agreed to a minor league deal with infielder Christopher Morel, reports Will Sammon of The Athletic. The ISE client, who was released by the Marlins a few days ago, will head to Triple-A Syracuse for the time being.

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The '2018-19 PPG leaders by team' quiz

The 'NBA Rookies of the Year' quiz

The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

Miami Marlins News / Field Level Media / June 30

Otto Lopez, Griffin Conine homer as Marlins take down Rockies

Otto Lopez homered and doubled, Griffin Conine hit a pinch-hit three-run homer, and the Miami Marlins beat the Colorado Rockies 10-7 in Denver on Monday night.

Jakob Marsee News / Yardbarker / June 29

Why the Miami Marlins aren't giving up on Jakob Marsee

Miami Marlins manager Clayton McCullough had a simple message on Monday night at Coors Field: Jakob Marsee isn't going anywhere.

Marlins maintain June hot streak by bouncing Cards again

MLB scout torches Mets lineup after firing of Carlos Mendoza

MLB Power Rankings: At the season's midpoint

The 'Last complete game shutout by team' quiz

Max Meyer News / Athlon Sports / June 28

Max Meyer Is 9-0 Because He Stopped Throwing the Pitch That Was Getting Him Clobbered

We need to talk about Max Meyer. Not because the 9-0 record is a surprise to everyone — the sharpest and tireless fantasy managers had him circled coming into this season.

Christopher Morel News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 27

Marlins Release Christopher Morel

First baseman Christopher Morel‘s stint in the Marlins organization is over. After getting outrighted to Triple-A, Morel was released from the Jacksonville roster.

Miami Marlins News / Just Baseball / June 26

How Have the Marlins Had One of MLB’s Best Pitching Staffs in June?

There were many Miami Marlins fans, myself included, who were worried about the departure of Mel Stottlemyre Jr after the conclusion of the 2024 season.

Otto Lopez News / Yardbarker / June 24

Marlins' Otto Lopez continues 2026 breakout in win

Marlins shortstop Otto Lopez continues 2026 breakout in win over Rangers

Miami Marlins shortstop Otto Lopez continued his breakout 2026 season on Monday with two hits, including the deciding two-run home run, in a 4-2 win over the Texas Rangers.

Three potential landing spots for Marlins' Sandy Alcantara

The '2003 Florida Marlins' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 24

Matthew Boyd returning to Cubs rotation on Thursday

The Chicago Cubs have dealt with a world of starting pitcher injuries this season. An incoming roster move on Thursday, though, may help the Cubs with their depth issues.

Tarik Skubal Warns Detroit Tigers About MLB Trade Deadline

Chicago Cubs reality check: Is a big trade for pitching even worth making anymore?

Jed Hoyer Discusses Cubs’ Pitching Needs

The 'AL & NL strikeout leaders since 2000' quiz

Sandy Alcantara News / Yardbarker / June 25

Three potential landing spots for Marlins' Sandy Alcantara

Pitcher Sandy Alcantara has been the subject of trade rumors for years as his salary continued to increase.

Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins outlines team's most pressing need ahead of trade deadline

What should Cardinals do with Dustin May at trade deadline?

Three potential landing spots for Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman

Three potential landing spots for Twins' Joe Ryan

The 'Last complete game shutout by team' quiz

Kyle Stowers News / HITC / June 23

Scotland fans create catchy new Kyle Stowers chant at Miami Marlins game

Few visiting fanbases have adopted a host city and its teams quite as quickly as Scotland’s have during the World Cup. Over the past two weeks, the Tartan Army has sung its way across the United States.

Miami Marlins News / Athlon Sports / June 22

Should the Miami Marlins Be Buyers or Sellers?

The Miami Marlins are facing an interesting predicament. Thanks to a 14-4 surge to begin June, the Marlins are right in the thick of the playoff hunt. Entering Monday, they trail the Chicago Cubs by just a half-game for the final Wild Card spot in the National League.