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Dodgers Join Expanding Race to Acquire Marlins Ace Sandy Alcántara

With trade interest heating up, the Marlins are expected to move Alcántara, despite his slow start, as contenders like the Dodgers, Yankees, and others prepare aggressive offers.

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 18: Sandy Alcantara #22 of the Miami Marlins in the game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on April 18, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 18: Sandy Alcantara #22 of the Miami Marlins pitches in the first inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on April 18, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Overview

  • The Miami Marlins are actively shopping Cy Young winner Sandy Alcántara as part of their ongoing roster rebuild, with a trade expected before the July deadline.
  • The Los Angeles Dodgers have emerged as a contender to acquire Alcántara, joining the Yankees, Red Sox, Cubs, and Orioles in the competitive bidding process.
  • Alcántara has struggled in 2025 with a 6.56 ERA across five starts, but his multi-year team control and high upside make him a highly coveted trade target.
  • Proposed trade packages from the Red Sox, Cubs, and Orioles include top prospects, while the Yankees are reportedly prepared to pay a premium price for the pitcher.
  • Alcántara's recovery from Tommy John surgery and potential to regain his 2022 Cy Young form are key factors driving interest from postseason-hopeful teams.