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Why the Marlins Make Sense as a Landing Spot for This World Series Pitcher

The Miami Marlins aren't a team that makes the biggest moves in free agency. More often than not, they develop their stars and trade them away. But this offseason, the Marlins might be one of the sneakier teams that could make a big move.

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King, Gray among latest MLB free agents; Alcantara's option exercised

- Sandy Alcantara was blocked from becoming a free agent by the Miami Marlins, while Michael King went on the market Friday and Bo Bichette decided to keep his contract with the New York Mets.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

The 'NLCS MVPs' quiz

The 'Last MVP by MLB team 'quiz

The 'Platinum Glove winners since 2011' quiz

Sandy Alcantara News / Field Level Media / October 30

Marlins exercise RHP Sandy Alcantara's '27 club option

The Miami Marlins exercised former Cy Young Award winner Sandy Alcantara's $21 million club option for 2027 on Friday. There was a $2 million buyout if the Marlins had opted not to bring back the 31-year-old right-hander.

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25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Miami Marlins News / Yardbarker / October 30

Marlins exercise ace Sandy Alcantara's 2027 club option

It's time to saddle up as the Miami Marlins have exercised their 2027 club option with Alcantara, worth $21 million.

Marlins Outright Five Players

Three questions facing the Miami Marlins this offseason

The 'Most wins in the MLB playoffs' quiz

Sandy Alcantara News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 30

Marlins Exercise Club Option On Sandy Alcantara

One of the most straightforward option decisions for any team this offseason is now official. The Marlins announced Friday that they’ve exercised their $21MM club option on right-hander Sandy Alcantara.

Miami Marlins News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 30

Marlins Outright Five Players

The Marlins’ offseason housekeeping has begun. Miami has outrighted five players off the 40-man roster, according to the team’s transaction log at MLB.com.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / October 29

The Most Glaring Roster Deficiencies Keeping the Marlins From World Series Contention

A smart strategy for any team looking to build a championship roster is to learn from the team that's in the World Series or has won the World Series. The Miami Marlins can take a page from the Milwaukee Brewers.

Derek Jeter News / Athlon Sports / October 29

In 1992, the Yankees paid Derek Jeter an $800,000 signing bonus; 30 years later, he sold his Miami Marlins ownership stake for $44.8 million

In 1992, Derek Jeter received an $800,000 signing bonus from the New York Yankees after being selected sixth overall in the MLB Draft. Three decades later, the Hall of Fame shortstop was preparing to leave the Miami Marlins with his 4% ownership stake valued at approximately $44.8 million.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Ty France News / Miami Marlins on SI / October 28

The One Free Agent Who Makes Too Much Sense for the Marlins

There's one free agent on the market that the Miami Marlins should go after. He's one of the best first basemen who's a free agent, and he had success during the 2026 season against the Marlins.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / October 27

One World Series Player Who Would Be a Perfect Fit for the Marlins

After coming up short on making the National League playoffs for a second straight season after hanging around in the wild-card race into September, this is shaping up to be an interesting offseason in South Florida.

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The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / October 26

Every Major Contract Decision Facing the Marlins This Offseason

The Miami Marlins have one of the lowest payrolls in baseball. Their approach to the offseason will be interesting. After an 80-82 season, the President of Baseball Operations Peter Bendix must decide who he thinks should be on the team long term and who he might explore trading.

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / October 25

What Miami Marlins Can Learn From the Two World Series Teams

The Miami Marlins are going into an offseason with question marks but plenty of solutions. As the World Series is progressing, it begs the question: How can the Marlins take notes from the Milwaukee Brewers and the Tampa Bay Rays?

Miami Marlins News / Miami Marlins on SI / October 24

Marlins Have Trade Clear Trade Partner for Star Middle Infielders

This is shaping up to be a very interesting offseason in South Florida for Miami Marlins president of baseball operations Peter Bendix. The last two seasons under manager Clayton McCullough, the Marlins were knocking on the door of a National League wild-card spot in the postseason, but they faded each time in September.

Christian Yelich News / Yardbarker / October 24

Brewers' Christian Yelich makes history in first World Series

Entering the 2026 World Series, Christian Yelich, the sixth among active players with the most games without appearing in a World Series, made history right away in his Fall Classic debut on Friday night.

Rays make surprising decision, name Nick Martinez Game 1 starter for World Series

Rays vs. Brewers: Revisiting each game of the season series

John Smoltz Q&A: Braves legend dissects World Series matchup between Brewers, Rays

Freddy Peralta had a great message for Milwaukee after winning ALCS MVP

The 'Last MVP by MLB team 'quiz

Miami Marlins News / Baseball Now / October 23

Marlins Reportedly Willing To Listen To Offers On Xavier Edwards, Otto Lopez

The Miami Marlins may not have made the postseason, but young infielders Otto Lopez and Xavier Edwards established themselves as two of the best infielders in the game.

Miami Marlins News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 22

Marlins Willing To Listen To Offers For Otto Lopez, Xavier Edwards

Teams inquired about Marlins shortstop Otto Lopez and second baseman Xavier Edwards before the Aug. 3 trade deadline, but the double-play tandem stayed put.

Miami Marlins News / Yardbarker / October 23

Three questions facing the Miami Marlins this offseason

As has typically been the case, the Marlins offseason may be defined by who departs to save ownership money rather than who is signed to fortify the roster.

The '2003 Florida Marlins' quiz

Bennett Hostetler News / Viral Sports News / October 22

Miami Marlins Officially Release Long-Time Catcher

The Miami Marlins have released catcher Bennett Hostetler, ending a five-plus-year minor-league tenure that began with his selection in the 2021 MLB Draft, via the MiLB transaction log.

Otto Lopez News / New Baseball Media / October 19

Looking at Otto Lopez’s Breakout 2026 Season

Our series on the best breakout stories from the 2026 MLB season continues with Marlins infielder Otto Lopez. Otto Lopez was once a well-thought-of prospect in the Toronto Blue Jays system years ago.

Miami Marlins News / The Spun / October 15

David Samson Comes To ESPN's Defense In Protect College Sports Act Debate

Former Miami Marlins president David Samson was a guest on The Dan Le Batard Show this week and had an interesting perspective on the ongoing debate over how ESPN has covered the controversial Protect College Sports Act.

Jakob Marsee News / Athlon Sports / October 9

Marlins Provide Jakob Marsee Injury Update After Regular Season

Jakob Marsee and Tyler Zuber are facing lengthy recoveries after the Miami Marlins confirmed plans for both players to undergo elbow surgery. The procedures involve ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) repairs with an internal brace, with the two players facing different recovery timelines.

Jakob Marsee News / Athlon Sports / October 4

Marlins' Jakob Marsee Receives Notable Injury Update

The Miami Marlins have a key injury to monitor this offseason. During the Marlins’ end-of-season media conference, president of baseball operations Peter Bendix announced that center fielder Jakob Marsee will see Dr.

Miami Marlins News / Just Baseball / October 1

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.

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

Chicago Cubs: Nico Hoerner is the unsung MVP, yet again

The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz

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.