Marlins' Sandy Alcantara Emerges as Likely Trade Target

Sandy Alcantara, the Miami Marlins' ace pitcher, has quickly resurfaced in trade discussions following his recent comeback from Tommy John surgery, despite the MLB season being only days old. Marlins president of baseball operations Peter Bendix acknowledged the trade speculation but emphasized that it is too early in the season to consider trades, stating, 'It's not even April.' However, Bendix's vague comments left the door open for potential moves, especially given Alcantara's team-friendly contract, which includes an option for 2027. A recent ESPN survey indicated that Alcantara was voted the player most likely to be traded before the July 31 deadline, with nine out of 18 MLB executives and scouts backing this notion. His performance in the past seasons and current affordability make him an attractive target for contenders. The Marlins' history of trading key players, including the recent deal involving star Luis Arraez, further fuels speculation around Alcantara's future.