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Marlins Slugger Addresses Wild Offseason Contract Rumors

When Kyle Stowers showed up for his spring training with the Miami Marlins last February, little did he or the team know what was about to come. Nobody in their wildest dreams could have envisioned what was about to happen.

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Mariners Acquire Josh Simpson

The Mariners have acquired left-hander Josh Simpson from the Marlins, both teams announced. Miami is receiving cash in the deal. Simpson was designated for assignment last week.

Kyle Stowers News / Miami Marlins on SI / February 16

Marlins Rising Star Outfielder Wants to Control What He Can Control

Miami Marlins star player Kyle Stowers knows the team has the talent, but they still have to go out there and back it up. Stowers is a rising leader and one of the team's best hitters.

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Sandy Alcantara News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 16

Marlins rumors: Will Sandy Alcantara actually be traded anytime soon after endless rumors?

As the Miami Marlins prepare for another season, the Sandy Alcantara trade rumors have continued to grow, with no deal on the table. As this continues, one writer questions whether it will actually happen soon, as Jayson Stark of The Athletic tracks everything that has happened so far.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Max Meyer News / Miami Marlins on SI / February 16

Max Meyer Faces Make-or-Break Scenario to Make Marlins Starting Rotation

Miami Marlins fans should be excited for what's to come this season for their beloved franchise. After finishing a few games under .500 last season and barely missing the playoffs, the Marlins are looking for their youthful players to help get them back to the promised land since 2023.

Edward Cabrera News / Miami Marlins on SI / February 15

Marlins Trading Edward Cabrera Could Define Direction of Upcoming Season

The Miami Marlins may have one of the most exciting and promising lineups in MLB. Pitching is just as important as the lineup. If not, it is more crucial

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / February 15

Assessing Competition for Marlins Final Two Starting Rotation Spots

The Miami Marlins didn’t wait long to name Sandy Alcantara their opening-day starter. He’ll take the mound on March 27 against the Colorado Rockies. After that, the Marlins are likely to slot in Eury Pérez and Chris Paddack, who signed with the team that drafted him earlier this week, to take up the next two spots.

Owen Caissie News / Miami Marlins on SI / February 15

Bold Predictions of What’s To Come for Owen Caissie and Miami Marlins

With spring training finally amongst us, that means that Opening Day is right around the corner. It has been quite the offseason for the Miami Marlins, and with the loss of one of their up-and-coming arms came the gain of one of the best prospects in baseball.

Calvin Faucher News / Miami Marlins on SI / February 15

Marlins Pinching Pennies for No Reason with Calvin Faucher Arbitration Win

Major League teams like the Miami Marlins don’t like to go to arbitration hearings. It isn’t even about the risk of losing the hearing. It’s about the relationship with the player.

Sandy Alcantara News / Miami Marlins on SI / February 14

Sandy Alcantara Thrilled To Have Another Prestigious Opportunity With Marlins

Going into the opening of spring training this week, there were some questions surrounding the Miami Marlins. However, one question that just about everyone knew the answer to was revealed early.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

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Calvin Faucher News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 14

Marlins Win Arbitration Hearing Against Calvin Faucher

The Marlins have won their arbitration hearing with right-hander Calvin Faucher, MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand reports. The panel ruled that Faucher will receive an $1.8MM salary in 2026, rather than the $2.05MM salary he was seeking.

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Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / February 14

Former Marlins First Round Pick Has Golden Opportunity To Solidify Rotation Spot

The Miami Marlins entered the offseason with questions surrounding the president of baseball operations, Peter Bendix, and what he was going to do with his starting pitching.

Chris Paddack News / Miami Marlins on SI / February 14

Chris Paddack Reflects on Crazy Journey That Led Him Back to Marlins

One draft selection, three trades and 11 years later, Chris Paddack is finally a Miami Marlins starting pitcher. There was nothing traditional about this for the 30-year-old from Austin, Texas.

Sandy Alcantara News / Miami Marlins on SI / February 13

3 Things Sandy Alcantara Must Prove in His Sixth Straight Opening Day Start

The Miami Marlins have found something consistent in their ever-changing franchise, and that's giving starting pitcher and ace Sandy Alcantara the baseball on Opening Day.

Miami Marlins News / ESPN / February 13

Marlins waste no time, tab Alcántara for opener

The Marlins have named ace Sandy Alcántara the team's Opening Day starter for a franchise-record sixth time.

Thomas White News / Miami Marlins on SI / February 13

Marlins Top Prospect Determined to Refine Mechanics and Learn Fast

Miami Marlins prospect left-handed pitcher Thomas White is coming into spring training highly focused and prepared to make a big impression. The young

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / February 13

Journeyman Lefty Loses Roster Spot as Marlins Make John King Deal Official

The hum of spring training is occasionally interrupted by a player losing his job, even during the first week. The Miami Marlins added left-handed reliever John King earlier this week.

Josh Simpson News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 12

Marlins Designate Josh Simpson For Assignment

The Marlins announced they’ve designated left-hander Josh Simpson for assignment. That opens a 40-man roster spot for fellow southpaw John King, who has officially signed his one-year deal.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / February 12

Marlins Heading Towards a Deep Bullpen of Southpaws

Miami Marlins president of baseball operations Peter Bendix addressed some needs his team had for the 2026 season over the winter. One area that Bendix made a big addition to was the bullpen when he signed former Tampa Bay Rays closer Pete Fairbanks to give manager Clayton McCullough a huge piece to close out games.

Miami Marlins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 12

Marlins sign promising Mexican pitching prospect at just 17 years old

The Miami Marlins continued building for the future Thursday, finalizing an MLB international signing that adds another high-upside arm to the Marlins minor league system.

Chris Paddack News / Field Level Media / February 12

Marlins sign veteran RHP Chris Paddack

The Miami Marlins signed veteran right-hander Chris Paddock to a one-year contract on Thursday. Terms were not disclosed, but MLB Network reported the former free agent's deal is valued at $4 million and includes an additional $500,000 in incentives.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / February 12

Marlins Should Consider Pouncing on Recently Released Phillies Outfielder

As spring training gets underway, the Miami Marlins are not a finished product. They traded two starters and began with Sandy Alcantara as their ace. As far as the lineup goes, the president of baseball operations, Peter Bendix, has not really addressed the need for power in the lineup.