Marlins Getting Interest In Braxton Garrett; Sandy Alcantara Unlikely To Move - MLB Trade Rumors

What the report says

MLB Trade Rumors reported that the Miami Marlins are drawing interest in left-hander Braxton Garrett, while a trade involving Sandy Alcantara appears unlikely ahead of the deadline. The report follows a 12-game losing streak that Miami ended Monday night, a slide that changed the club’s posture from likely buyer to a more uncertain position. At 53-54, the Marlins were described as two games out of a Wild Card spot, making a major sell-off less likely even as their playoff outlook has weakened.

Steve Adams of MLB Trade Rumors cited Craig Mish of Sportsgrid and Marlins.tv as downplaying the chances of Alcantara being moved. Alcantara, a former NL Cy Young Award winner, is under club control through 2027 via a $21 million option. The article noted he has not fully returned to peak form but has provided volume, leading MLB with 143 2/3 innings and posting a 4.01 ERA, with improved results since June 1.

Garrett was identified as the more plausible trade candidate. MLB Trade Rumors reported that Miami has received substantial interest in the 28-year-old, who has two more years of control after this season and is earning $1.525 million in 2026. Garrett has made only two major league appearances this year after missing time from a 2024 UCL tear, but he has performed well at Triple-A Jacksonville, with a 2.32 ERA over 73 2/3 innings.

The situation matters because controllable starting pitching is typically in demand at the trade deadline, and Garrett could appeal to contenders or teams planning for 2027. The report framed Miami’s decision as a balance between staying close enough to chase a playoff berth and considering moves involving pitchers who may not be central to the current front office’s plans.