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Marlins' Sandy Alcántara Draws Widespread Interest as Trade Deadline Looms

Contenders like the Orioles, Red Sox, Yankees, Cubs, Rangers, and Braves are preparing offers for the Cy Young winner under team control through 2027.

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 pitches in the first inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on April 18, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
TAMPA, FLORIDA - APRIL 17: Manager Aaron Boone #17 of the New York Yankees points to the bullpen during a game against the Tampa Bay Rays at George M. Steinbrenner Field on April 17, 2025 in Tampa, Florida.

Overview

  • Sandy Alcántara, the 2022 NL Cy Young winner, is a highly sought-after trade target as he continues his return from Tommy John surgery.
  • The Miami Marlins are expected to trade Alcántara by the July 2025 deadline, prioritizing prospect returns to bolster their rebuilding efforts.
  • Teams linked to Alcántara include the Orioles, Red Sox, Yankees, Cubs, Rangers, and Braves, with each exploring trade packages centered on top prospects.
  • Alcántara's team-friendly contract, which includes control through 2027, enhances his value despite a challenging start to the 2025 season.
  • Reliever Anthony Bender, also under team control through 2027, has emerged as another potential trade piece for teams seeking bullpen support.