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Alcantara confirms he's done for 2023; 'no idea' about surgery
MIAMI -- If the Marlins want to reach the playoffs for the first time in a full season in 20 years, they will have to do so without their ace. Right-hander Sandy Alcantara announced that he is done for the 2023 season prior to Miami’s 5-4 win over Milwaukee on
MRI reveals Sandy has UCL sprain; Marlins taking it 'day by day'
MILWAUKEE -- An MRI revealed Marlins starter Sandy Alcantara has a right UCL sprain, manager Skip Schumaker said prior to Miami’s game vs. Milwaukee on Wednesday. Alcantara was initially diagnosed with a right forearm flexor strain and he was placed on the 15-day injured list Sept. 6 after feeling discomfort
Sixto makes long-awaited first rehab appearance
MILWAUKEE -- Marlins right-hander Sixto Sánchez made his long-awaited return to the mound on Tuesday, nearly three years after his last appearance in the Majors. Sánchez tossed one inning in a rehab appearance at Double-A Pensacola. It was his first game action since the 2020 NLDS, though he made three
Marlins put Alcantara (forearm strain), Soler (oblique) on IL
MIAMI -- The Marlins' push for a postseason berth took a major hit on Wednesday when they lost two key players, as reigning National League Cy Young winner Sandy Alcantara was placed on the 15-day injured list with a right forearm strain (retroactive to Monday) and All-Star DH/outfielder Jorge Soler
Jazz's MRI shows mild oblique strain; timetable unclear
MIAMI -- About a week after coming off a month-long IL stint for turf toe, Marlins star Jazz Chisholm Jr. found himself back on the injured list. Miami placed Chisholm on the 10-day IL with a left oblique injury prior to Monday’s series opener vs. St. Louis at loanDepot park,
Marlins call up prospect Amaya, place Segura on IL
WASHINGTON -- Recognizing Jean Segura’s strained left hamstring would sideline the shortstop for more than a couple of days, the Marlins on Saturday promoted infielder Jacob Amaya, their No. 9 prospect per MLB Pipeline, prior to their game against the Nationals. The 24-year-old joined the team amid a flurry of
Jazz eyes early return date from turf toe
MIAMI -- Though the timeline calls for Jazz Chisholm Jr. to miss four to six weeks with right turf toe, the Marlins’ center fielder is optimistic he can be back sooner. Speaking for the first time since the diagnosis, Chisholm told MLB.com he has a return date in mind: the
Jazz lands on IL, out 4-6 weeks with right turf toe
MIAMI -- The Marlins will be without Jazz Chisholm Jr. for the next four to six weeks. The club on Tuesday afternoon placed its center fielder on the 10-day injured list (retroactive to Sunday) with right turf toe. "It's not what you want from your star center fielder, and we
Marlins outfield in question after Chisholm, Sánchez exit
MIAMI -- With the Reds threatening to take the lead in the eighth inning of Saturday afternoon’s 6-5 Marlins loss, Jazz Chisholm Jr. wanted to do all he could to help out ace Sandy Alcantara. So when Henry Ramos lined a changeup toward the left-center gap at loanDepot park, Chisholm
Alcantara near vintage in return from scare
ATLANTA -- Every postgame interview, Marlins ace Sandy Alcantara opens by thanking God for keeping him healthy. Although the result didn’t go in his favor Wednesday night in a 6-4 loss to the Braves at Truist Park, that sentiment was more true than ever. Initially scheduled to pitch Saturday in
MRI on forearm interrupts Rogers' impressive trend
MIAMI -- The Marlins missed out on several chances to sweep the Giants in Wednesday afternoon’s 5-2 defeat in 11 innings at loanDepot park. The greatest loss could have been Trevor Rogers exiting early with left forearm tightness. Rogers, who will undergo an MRI to determine the severity, said he
Jazz OK after early exit, 'ready to go'
MIAMI -- The Marlins dodged a serious injury after a scary moment involving Jazz Chisholm Jr. in Wednesday afternoon's 5-2 win over the Twins at loanDepot park. When Chisholm attempted to steal second base following a leadoff single in the first inning, right-hander Pablo López stepped off the mound and
Cueto, Wendle to IL; Garrett, Hampson recalled
MIAMI -- A flurry of roster moves ahead of Tuesday night's game will affect the Marlins' rotation and lineup moving forward, though the club is optimistic after positive imaging results. Still, Miami placed right-hander Johnny Cueto on the 15-day injured list with right biceps tightness and infielder Joey Wendle on
Cueto (right biceps) exits Miami debut in 2nd inning
MIAMI -- When the Marlins signed right-hander Johnny Cueto on Jan. 19, one of the primary reasons was for the 15-year veteran to help out a young rotation that would have its innings monitored. That plan could already be in jeopardy, as Cueto exited with right bicep tightness after 30
After playing though pain, Rojas set for wrist surgery
MIAMI -- Marlins shortstop Miguel Rojas' season will end a game early, as he will undergo a debridement of his right wrist to remove cartilage on Wednesday. Dr. Patrick Owens will perform the surgery in Miami. Rojas said the timing of the procedure was a combination of the doctor's availability
Marlins see Cabrera 'living up to his stuff'
MILWAUKEE -- Hype steadily grew over the past few years for Marlins right-hander Edward Cabrera, but injuries kept holding back the 2021 Top 100 prospect. Though an aggravated right ankle issue cut short his season finale after three perfect innings in Saturday night’s 4-3 comeback win over the Brewers at
Lat strain brings Rogers' season to a close
MIAMI -- Marlins left-hander Trevor Rogers has been shut down from throwing due to a Grade 1 lat strain, ending his 2022 season. Rogers, who exited Saturday’s start against the Nationals after 32 pitches due to left lat discomfort, underwent an MRI that revealed the severity of his injury. With
Rogers (lat) pulled after 32 pitches, velo drop
WASHINGTON -- It’s been a disjointed, difficult sophomore season for Trevor Rogers, but the southpaw and the Marlins hoped he would ride a string of strong outings to finish it on a high note. Now, whether that happens is up in the air. Rogers’ season may be over after the
'It's tough to watch from the bench': Jazz done for season
MIAMI -- At his worst point in late June, Marlins All-Star second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. couldn't walk or lie down without experiencing excruciating back pain. Nearly three months later, Chisholm is feeling better and working out on a daily basis at loanDepot park after having his rehab transferred from
Soler confirms he won't be back for rest of '22
MIAMI – Though Jorge Soler made his long-awaited return to the Marlins clubhouse on Monday morning, don’t expect to see him back on the field before the season ends. “I don't think I'll be back this year,” Soler said via interpreter Luis Dorante Jr. “It's really hard. You try your
Max Meyer to undergo Tommy John surgery Aug. 9
Marlins No. 2 prospect Max Meyer will undergo Tommy John surgery on Aug. 9, the club announced on Monday. Dr. Neal ElAttrache will perform the procedure in Los Angeles. The 23-year-old Meyer underwent an MRI on July 25, which revealed the tear in his UCL. He mulled over his decision
Meyer (elbow) exits 2nd MLB start amid slew of Miami injuries
PITTSBURGH -- Max Meyer, one of the Marlins’ most promising prospects, left his second career start Saturday with a potentially grim diagnosis, and the injury woes continued through Miami’s 1-0 loss to the Pirates at PNC Park. After throwing his 10th pitch, which allowed Ke’Bryan Hayes to walk on four
Jazz (stress fracture) out at least 6 weeks
PITTSBURGH -- The Marlins are going to have to weather a large portion of the second half without their most dynamic offensive player. A CT scan revealed Jazz Chisholm Jr. has a stress fracture in his lower back, the team said. The recommended period for rest and rehab from the
Despite bruised face and missing tooth, Marlins power through
MIAMI -- Following the Marlins’ 3-2, 11-inning walk-off win over the Pirates on Thursday afternoon at loanDepot park, Billy Hamilton held court with reporters sporting a swollen and bruised left cheek, covered with just a smidge of leftover blood. Miguel Rojas had already departed the premises after losing part of