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Double steals, clutch hits lift Marlins over Nationals

Heriberto Hernandez delivered a two-run single to cap a three-run eighth and the Miami Marlins held on for a 5-2 win against the visiting Washington Nationals on Sunday afternoon in the rubber match of their three-game series.

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Marlins tab ace Sandy Alcantara for rubber game vs. Nats

The Miami Marlins look to end their 10-game homestand on a winning note when they host the Washington Nationals in the rubber match of their three-game series on Sunday.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 9

Jakob Marsee, Marlins rally late to beat Nationals

Jakob Marsee hit a three-run homer in the bottom of the eight inning and the Marlins held on to beat the Washington Nationals 8-7 on Saturday in Miami.

Janson Junk News / Field Level Media / May 9

Nationals face tall order in encounter vs. Janson Junk, Marlins

The Washington Nationals can reach the .500 mark for the first time in over a month when they visit the Miami Marlins on Saturday. The Nationals took the opener of the series 3-2 on Friday night, improving to 13-7 on the road in the process.

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Robby Snelling News / Miami Marlins on SI / May 9

Marlins Rookie Robby Snelling Shines After Rough First Inning in MLB Debut

Robby Snelling didn't immediately begin his career the way he intended, but he settled down and showcased why he's the Miami Marlins No. 2 prospect. Snelling opened the first inning against the Washington Nationals on Friday night at loanDepot Park with a three-pitch strikeout of James Wood.

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Chris Paddack News / Just Baseball / May 8

Chris Paddack Aside, the Marlins’ Rotation Is In a Great Spot

Chris Paddack‘s Miami Marlins career was short-lived. After being taken by the Marlins in the eighth round of the 2015 MLB Draft, Paddack was traded to the San Diego Padres at the 2016 MLB Deadline in a one-for-one swap of Fernando Rodney.

Liam Hicks News / Miami Marlins on SI / May 8

Liam Hicks Joins Elite Miami Marlins Home Run List in First Half

The Liam Hicks Show continues! Miami Marlins catcher is totally focused on every at-bat like never before. It's been an impeccable season for the left-handed power-hitting catcher, and his production puts him in a list of other catchers who once wore the Marlins uniform.

Miami Marlins News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 8

Marlins Designate Stephen Jones For Assignment

The Marlins announced Friday morning that right-hander Stephen Jones has been designated for assignment. His spot on the 40-man and active rosters will go to top pitching prospect Robby Snelling, whose widely reported promotion to the majors is now official.

Jakob Marsee News / Miami Marlins on SI / May 8

This Marlins Prospect Could Get Call-Up if Jakob Marsee Keeps Struggling

The Miami Marlins defeated the Baltimore Orioles 4-3 on Thursday on a walk off error from Orioles third baseman Coby Mayo as the winning run was scored by Joe Mack.

Robby Snelling News / Field Level Media / May 8

Marlins LHP Robby Snelling ready for debut vs. Nationals

The Miami Marlins will turn to a newcomer as they try to keep their momentum going when they meet the visiting Washington Nationals to begin a three-game series Friday night.

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 7

Walk-off error helps Marlins beat Orioles, avoid sweep

Joe Mack doubled with two outs and scored the winning run on a walk-off throwing error as the Miami Marlins claimed a 4-3 victory against the Baltimore Orioles on Thursday night, dodging a series sweep.

Miami Marlins News / Yardbarker / May 7

Marlins top prospect Robby Snelling gets date for MLB debut

The day has finally come for Miami Marlins No. 2-ranked pitching prospect Robby Snelling to make his MLB debut.

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Sandy Alcantara News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 7

Cubs’ perfect trade offer for Marlins’ Sandy Alcantara

It seems like the Chicago Cubs are moving closer toward the trade market for a pitcher. And it looks like the Marlins might be a seller. And here is the Cubs’ perfect trade offer for the Marlins’ Sandy Alcantara.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / May 7

New Marlins Arrival Still Has Time To Make His NL ROY Case

There will be plenty of eyes on Robby Snelling on Friday as the Miami Marlins' No. 2-ranked prospect gets his first big league start against the Washington Nationals.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / May 7

Marlins Second Round Pick Showed Some Flashes in Big League Debut

Right-handed reliever Dax Fulton made his dream come true on Wednesday night when he made his major league debut with the Miami Marlins. Fulton came into the game in the bottom of the sixth inning against the Baltimore Orioles.

Miami Marlins News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 7

Marlins Announce Several Roster Moves

The Marlins announced a quartet of roster moves this morning. Infielder Graham Pauley and lefty Dax Fulton were optioned to Triple-A Jacksonville. Right-hander Stephen Jones‘ contract was selected from Double-A, and outfielder Heriberto Hernandez has been recalled as well.

Pete Fairbanks News / Total Pro Sports / May 7

'I Have Been Dry Humped Three Times' – Pete Fairbanks Outlines The Perfect Example For Rarely Used Baseball Term

Pete Fairbanks has been one of the most reliable relief pitchers over his eight-year MLB career. The 32-year-old right-hander joined the Miami Marlins on a one-year, $13 million contract in the offseason.

Sandy Alcantara News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 6

Sandy Alcantara trade rumors will already heat up after insider’s admission

The MLB trade deadline isn’t until August 3, but the rumor mill is already heating up for Sandy Alcantara and the Miami Marlins. Especially after the latest comments made by insider Jon Heyman.

Pete Fairbanks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 6

Marlins’ Pete Fairbanks did not stutter about brutality of getting ‘dry humped’

What sounds like a sexual innuendo is actually just a common term in the world of baseball, specifically relating to MLB relief pitchers. Pete Fairbanks went into detail on what a “dry hump” is in baseball terms during his interview with Jeff Passan.

Miami Marlins News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 6

Marlins To Recall Dax Fulton For MLB Debut

The Marlins are set to recall left-hander Dax Fulton from Triple-A Jacksonville, Isaac Azout of Fish on First reports. Righty William Kempner, who made his own big league debut last night, will be optioned to Jacksonville in his place.

Miami Marlins News / New Baseball Media / May 5

2026 Transactions: Marlins DFA Paddack, Tigers Sign DeJong

Chris Paddack’s second act with the Marlins organization didn’t go well. Paddack struggled to contain opposing teams across April and was officially DFA’d by the team on May 5.

Miami Marlins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 5

Marlins rumors: Ken Rosenthal sends warning about Sandy Alcantara trade

The Miami Marlins have leaned on ace Sandy Alcantara for quite some time. Alcantara has also been the subject of trade speculation for a good while in Miami.

Miami Marlins News / Yardbarker / May 5

Marlins DFA veteran pitcher after just six starts

His season is off to a horrendous start.

Marlins' Max Meyer defying odds in 2026 amid injury-riddled career

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Jakob Marsee News / Just Baseball / May 4

What Happened To the Jakob Marsee We Know and Love?

It was just one year ago that the Miami Marlins thought they had found their center fielder of the future. Well, unfortunately for the Marlins right now, Jakob