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'Just got to keep my head up': Alcantara looks to turn page on May struggles 

May 26, 2026

TORONTO -- Marlins right-hander Sandy Alcantara made sure to walk over to Kazuma Okamoto and apologize before leaving the field to a chorus of boos from the crowd of 42,815 at Rogers Centre in Tuesday night’s 8-1 loss to the Blue Jays. A dejected Alcantara had just handed the ball

Marlins No. 3 prospect Arquette promoted to Double-A

May 26, 2026

TORONTO -- The Marlins promoted their No. 3 prospect Aiva Arquette to Double-A Pensacola less than a month into his first full professional season.

How a chat with bench coach Vitale helped turn around Caissie's rookie year

May 26, 2026

TORONTO -- Marlins outfielder Owen Caissie didn’t know much about failure coming up as a Top 100 prospect. Baseball always came easy to him, and with it came the external expectations for immediate and consistent success.

Jacksonville manager determined to make MLB callups memorable

May 25, 2026

This story was excerpted from Christina De Nicola’s Marlins Beat newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. And subscribe to get it regularly in your inbox. Earlier this month, the Marlins called up a player to the Majors for the first time in his career on six consecutive days.

'Tough pill to swallow': Marlins LHP prospect Snelling has elbow surgery

May 24, 2026

MIAMI – Marlins No. 2 prospect Robby Snelling underwent left elbow UCL repair surgery with an internal brace on Friday. The operation was performed by Dr. Keith Meister, and the timeline for return to play is 10-12 months. Still processing the news ahead of Sunday’s series finale against the Mets

Meyer proving that Marlins' patience, faith in him was worth it

May 23, 2026

MIAMI -- This version of Max Meyer is the reason the Marlins took him third overall in the 2020 MLB Draft. This version of Max Meyer is the reason the Marlins had yet to give up on him as a starter despite numerous injuries.

Pérez shines with quality start to snap rough stretch

May 22, 2026

MIAMI – Five days ago, we caught ourselves once again asking what had happened to “Baby Goat."

Belief not wavering for Stowers with signs of a breakout coming

May 22, 2026

MIAMI – Expectations are a funny thing. Live up to them, and you’ve done what you were supposed to. Don’t live up to the hype, and be prepared to hear the questions. After overachieving in 2025, the Marlins (22-29) have regressed nearly one-third of the way through the ‘26 campaign.

Marlins acquire OF Rece Hinds in trade with Reds

May 21, 2026

MIAMI -- The Marlins made a flurry of moves Thursday afternoon, starting with acquiring outfielder Rece Hinds from the Reds in exchange for Minor League righty Zach McCambley. Hinds, whom Miami optioned to Triple-A Jacksonville, had been designated for assignment by the Reds on Sunday after he hit .121 with

Marlins don't need to look too far into past for inspiration after latest loss

May 20, 2026

MIAMI – A scary outfield collision that resulted in a Little League homer just about sums up how things are going for the Marlins right now. During the eighth inning of Wednesday night’s 9-1 loss to the Braves at loanDepot park, center fielder Esteury Ruiz and right fielder Owen Caissie

Garrett optioned after second shaky start

May 20, 2026

MIAMI – The Marlins made the decision to option veteran left-hander Braxton Garrett to Triple-A Jacksonville on Wednesday, less than 24 hours after his latest short start in an 8-4 loss to the Braves at loanDepot park. Miami recalled left-handed reliever Cade Gibson from Triple-A as the corresponding move to

This Marlins prospect focused on getting better after injury-plagued pro start

May 20, 2026

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A numerical look at Miami's historic win over NL-best Braves

May 18, 2026

MIAMI – The Braves entered Monday night’s series opener with the most wins in the Majors. The Marlins came in losers of nine of their last 14 games. That all went out the window in Miami’s 12-0 romp of Atlanta at loanDepot park, where the Marlins set a franchise record

Norby brothers reunite on MLB field after BP invite

May 18, 2026

MIAMI – Marlins infielder Connor Norby knew he needed to put on a show during Monday afternoon’s batting practice at loanDepot park with special guests in attendance. The baseball team from East Carolina University, Norby’s alma mater, locked in on his every swing. One member was especially invested: his younger

Get to know Esteury Ruiz, Marlins' fearless speedster

May 18, 2026

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Marlins still waiting for 'Baby Goat' to live up to nickname again

May 17, 2026

ST. PETERSBURG – The Marlins expected to lean heavily on Sandy Alcantara and Eury Pérez as a formidable 1-2 punch atop their rotation. While Alcantara has been his reliable self outside of two blowups, Pérez is struggling to find his footing.

E-4: MLB.com reporter nearly makes great catch on foul ball with cap in press box

May 17, 2026

ST. PETERSBURG – Sunday could’ve been my shot at redemption. Instead, I’m never going to hear the end of this. There are a handful of ballparks around the Majors where you need to be ready for a foul ball in the press box. Tropicana Field is one of them. Prior

Key takeaways from Marlins' franchise-record 10th-inning eruption

May 16, 2026

ST. PETERSBURG – A disappointing road trip needed a jolt. Miami’s floundering lineup got just that in historic fashion. The Marlins set a franchise record with eight runs in the 10th inning of a 10-5 win over the Rays to even the Citrus Series on Saturday at Tropicana Field.

The Marlins expected elite D from Mack -- but they didn't see this 1-in-a-million throw coming

May 16, 2026

ST. PETERSBURG – Marlins No. 4 prospect Joe Mack is known for his arm, but even he couldn’t believe the accidental trick he pulled off in Friday night’s 7-2 loss to the Rays at Tropicana Field. When Mack threw down to second baseman Xavier Edwards in the middle of the

Morel's first RBI for Marlins delivers more than just win

May 10, 2026

MIAMI -- The beginning of Christopher Morel’s Marlins tenure hasn’t gone as he and the organization envisioned. Signed to a one-year deal in mid-December to be a middle-of-the-order threat, Morel instead entered mid-May with no extra-base hits and no RBIs.

From words to emojis, Mom is always McCullough's biggest cheerleader

May 10, 2026

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Marlins battle back vs. Nats for first 3-homer game of the year

Marsee, Stowers and Edwards each go deep to key win over division rivals
May 9, 2026

MIAMI -- The Marlins’ offensive identity doesn’t revolve around the long ball. In fact, Miami entered Saturday tied with Boston for the third-fewest homers in the Majors (29). Through the season’s first 39 games, the club had not gone deep more than twice in a game.

Bendix addresses Ramírez, Garrett, Marsee and more

May 9, 2026

MIAMI -- Ahead of Marlins No. 2 prospect Robby Snelling's Major League debut, president of baseball operations Peter Bendix addressed a range of topics surrounding the club with a small group of reporters. Here are some of the highlights: On message made by recent moves regarding Agustín Ramírez, Chris Paddack

No. 2 prospect Snelling shows 'moxie,' maturity in MLB debut

May 8, 2026

MIAMI -- Marlins left-hander Robby Snelling is usually his own toughest critic, but even he could make an exception considering the unique nature of Friday night’s start. The Marlins’ No. 2 prospect (No. 31 overall per MLB Pipeline) tossed five innings in a 3-2 defeat to the Nationals at loanDepot

'26 season in jeopardy for Defrank (Marlins No. 5 prospect, No. 98 overall)

May 8, 2026

The Marlins placed Top 100 prospect Kevin Defrank on the 60-day Minor League injured list on Thursday with a right biceps issue. Though the injury didn't require surgery, Defrank's 2026 season is in doubt. Sources told MLB.com that due to the timeline of the Florida Complex League season, the 60-day