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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.

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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.

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.

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.

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How many of the 19 players to join the 30/30 club multiple times in their MLB careers can you name in five minutes?

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Sandy Alcantara News / Miami Marlins on SI / September 25

Marlins Make Notable Sandy Alcantara Decision With 2027 in Mind

I don't think it's a question that Sandy Alcantara is a modern face of the Marlins franchise. He's done everything and more the organization has asked.

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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.

Josh Ekness News / Miami Marlins on SI / September 24

Marlins Reliever's Velocity Shows Why He Could Have Major Role in 2027

Going into the offseason, the Miami Marlins, as noted, need some bullpen help. Every so often the best place to look is inward, and Tuesday night's extra-inning victory over the juggernaut Chicago Cubs might have unlocked a reliever with potential.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 23

Marlins break tie in 7th, delay Cubs’ playoff clinch

Esteury Ruiz's hustle enabled the visiting Miami Marlins to score the go-ahead run in the seventh inning, leading to a 3-2 win over the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday night.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / September 23

Marlins Need This Player to Take a Major Step Forward in 2027

The 2026 season is coming to an end. Unfortunately, the Miami Marlins won't be making the playoffs after so many expectations for this team before entering the regular season.

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.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / September 22

Marlins Have an Obvious Need They Must Address This Offseason

The Marlins took a step in the right direction in 2026, with them at least being in contention in the month of September. The next step for the Marlins is full on competing in 2027, and that should be the case.

Joe Mack News / Miami Marlins on SI / September 21

How Joe Mack Became a Defensive Weapon Behind the Plate

The Miami Marlins catcher Joe Mack has turned into a defensive wizard behind the plate. A player who didn't make his debut until the 35th game of the season has put himself in a conversation with some of the best defensive catchers of the 2026 season.

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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.

Miami Marlins News / Field Level Media / September 19

Marlins' Pete Fairbanks to undergo thoracic outlet surgery

Miami Marlins closer Pete Fairbanks will undergo surgery following a diagnosis of thoracic outlet syndrome. The surgery date is not yet known, the team said Friday.

Pete Fairbanks News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 18

Marlins' Pete Fairbanks to undergo thoracic outlet surgery

Marlins closer Pete Fairbanks will undergo surgery to address thoracic outlet syndrome, the team informed reporters (via Christina De Nicola of MLB.com).

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Sandy Alcantara News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 17

2026 NL Standings: Diamondbacks’ playoff chances on life support after Marlins’ rare Sandy Alcantara gambit

The Arizona Diamondbacks’ postseason hopes aren’t dead yet, but they’re getting dangerously close. Arizona suffered another brutal loss Wednesday as the Miami Marlins escaped with a 4-3 victory to take two of three at Chase Field.

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.

Pete Fairbanks 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 / MLB Trade Rumors / September 13

Marlins Activate Xavier Edwards, Place Owen Caissie On 10-Day IL

The Marlins activated second baseman Xavier Edwards from the 10-day injured list today. Edwards will take the roster spot vacated by outfielder Owen Caissie,

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.

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

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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.

Jared Serna News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 31

Marlins Recall Jared Serna For MLB Debut

The Marlins announced that infielder Xavier Edwards has been placed on the ten-day injured list with a left thumb sprain. Manager Clayton McCullough said yesterday that Edwards was likely dealing with a thumb sprain, as MLBTR covered.

Xavier Edwards News / Athlon Sports / August 31

Marlins Announce Xavier Edwards Injury Update

With an outside chance of making the MLB Playoffs this year, the Miami Marlins will need to do so without their ironman second baseman Xavier Edwards. On Monday, the Marlins placed Edwards on the 10-day IL with what the team is describing as a left thumb sprain.

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.

Eury Perez News / Just Baseball / August 27

Eury Perez Is Finally Flashing His Frontline Potential for the Marlins

The year is 2021, and there is a right-handed pitcher standing at 6 feet, 8 inches and making waves down in the Dominican Summer League. While the DSL