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Marlins' Sandy Alcántara Draws Trade Deadline Interest from Top MLB Contenders

Baltimore, Boston, New York, and Chicago are evaluating major prospect packages to acquire the Cy Young winner, while Anthony Bender emerges as another trade candidate.

BALTIMORE, MD - JULY 14: Sandy Alcantara #22 of the Miami Marlins pitches against the Baltimore Orioles during the second inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on July 14, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 10: Sandy Alcantara #22 of the Miami Marlins looks on during the first inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on April 10, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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.
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Overview

  • Sandy Alcántara, under team control through 2027 on a five-year, $56 million deal, is expected to be a centerpiece of MLB trade deadline negotiations.
  • The Orioles, Red Sox, Yankees, and Cubs are reportedly preparing offers, with each team considering high-value prospects to secure the Marlins ace.
  • Baltimore is seen as a strong contender, with Bleacher Report predicting a deal centered around outfielder Heston Kjerstad to address their struggling rotation.
  • The Red Sox and Cubs may need to part with top prospects, including Marcelo Mayer, Owen Caissie, or Kevin Alcántara, to outbid rivals for Sandy Alcántara.
  • Reliever Anthony Bender, whose performance has impressed in 2025, is also gaining attention as a cost-effective bullpen option for playoff hopefuls.