Sandy Alcantara Started and Closed Games in 2026. The Marlins Could Continue the Plan - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports
Alcantara led the majors with 214 innings and three saves, and Miami may keep using starters in late-inning roles.
- Miami Marlins ace Sandy Alcantara threw the first pitch of the 2026 season and closed the final game on Sunday against the Atlanta Braves, bookending a year of versatile pitching roles.
- Rebounding from 2024 Tommy John surgery, Alcantara led the majors with 214 innings pitched after a difficult season last year. His durability and effectiveness demonstrated a full return to form.
- On September 16, Alcantara made his first relief appearance in nine years, closing a 4-3 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks. He subsequently worked a hitless ninth against playoff-bound Atlanta.
- Marlins President of Baseball Operations Peter Bendix declined on Tuesday to discuss Alcantara's $21 million club option for next season, though he called the pitcher "so meaningful to this organization."
- Bendix confirmed manager Clayton McCullough will return in 2027 and said the organization may continue using starters in late-inning situations, crediting pitcher flexibility for this strategic innovation.
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Hartford Courant
Santa Maria TimesBy ALANIS THAMES MIAMI (AP) — Dominican Sandy Alcantara made the first release of the 2026 season of the Miami Marlins and, in a surprising—but appropriate—turn, the ace of the Marlins and face of the franchise also made the last. Alcantara led the Major Leagues with 214 entries launched and [...]
Sandy Alcantara started and closed games in 2026. The Marlins could continue the plan - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports
MIAMI (AP) — Sandy Alcantara threw the first pitch of the Miami Marlins’ 2026 season, and in a surprising — but befitting — twist, the...
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Sandy Alcantara started and closed games in 2026. The Marlins could continue the plan
MIAMI (AP) — Sandy Alcantara threw the first pitch of the Miami Marlins' 2026 season, and in a surprising — but befitting — twist, the Marlins ace and face of
Sandy Alcantara started and closed games in 2026. Marlins could continue the plan
Sandy Alcantara threw the first pitch of the Miami Marlins’ 2026 season, and in a surprising — but befitting — twist, the Marlins ace and face of the franchise threw out the last one, too.
Report: Marlins Don't Plan To Trade Sandy Alcantara In Offseason
The Marlins have no plans to trade right-hander Sandy Alcantara this offseason, per reporting from Barry Jackson of The Miami Herald. 2026 was the final guaranteed year of Alcantara’s deal but he can be retained for 2027 via a $21MM club option or sent to free agency via a $2MM buyout. It appears the most likely outcome is he will be back with Miami next year. It’s not really a surprise. Although Alcantara has been in trade rumors for years, the…
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