Marlins' Alcantara Draws Widespread Trade Deadline Interest

Miami Marlins ace Sandy Alcantara is attracting significant trade interest from teams such as the New York Mets, Boston Red Sox, Chicago Cubs, and San Diego Padres ahead of the MLB trade deadline. Despite early struggles after Tommy John surgery, Alcantara's recent strong outings and long-term contract have made him a highly sought-after target. The Mets, recently acquiring reliever Gregory Soto from the Orioles, and the Red Sox are particularly aggressive in pursuing Alcantara, with the latter also eyeing other starters like Dylan Cease. The Padres are mainly addressing outfield needs but remain interested in Alcantara as well. The Marlins are demanding a high return, indicating any trade involving Alcantara would be substantial. Meanwhile, the Orioles are reportedly willing to trade veteran pitcher Charlie Morton, with the Yankees and Padres among the interested contenders.