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Miami Marlins Command Report

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FLSportsDesk.com · The Fish Finder
FLSportsDesk.com · The Read

FLSportsDesk.com Briefing

Boston Red Sox has taken the first two games, and Miami has pushed its playoff case against the wall.

The Marlins are 67-66, only 1 game over .500, with a +15 run differential. The sweep of Washington created momentum. Two straight losses to Boston have already spent it. Wednesday is no longer just another game on the schedule. It is Miami's chance to stop a damaging home sweep before the Wild Card chase moves back onto the road.

The larger profile still says Miami belongs in the race, but a 3-3 mark over the last six games shows how quickly that position can tighten. A respectable run differential cannot rescue a playoff bid if the club keeps losing series at home this late in the season.

Reporting for this desk

Fish On First Podcast

Kyle Stowers Returns, De Los Santos Demoted (Again), John King DFA'd & Appreciating Tommy Hutton

Fish On First staffers react to the latest Miami Marlins series and prepare you for what lies ahead. Sunday's show was hosted by Ely Sussman and featured panelist Isaac Azout. The following topics were covered: Kyle Stowers coming back Deyvison De Los Santos optioned John King designated for assignment Jack Ralston debuts Key takeaways from Marlins' sweep of Nationals Updated NL Wild Card race with five weeks left Pr

REPORTED_ANALYSIS
Fish On First Podcast

Sandy Alcantara Rewriting Record Books & Potential Kyle Stowers Replacements

Fish On First staffers react to the latest Miami Marlins series and prepare you for what lies ahead. Sunday's show was hosted by Ely Sussman and featured panelists Kevin Barral and Alex Krutchik. The following topics were covered: Sandy Alcantara becomes franchise's all-time leader in innings pitched Griffin Conine solidifying himself as team's top slugger Kyle Stowers exits with left hamstring injury Call-up candida

REPORTED_ANALYSIS
Fish On First Podcast

Autopsy of Marlins' Losses in Philly & September Call-Up Candidates

The past three games were a painful reality check for the Miami Marlins. Although still far away from being mathematically eliminated from NL Wild Card contention, they tumbled to six games back of the rival Philadelphia Phillies. AJ Ramos, Kevin Barral and Isaac Azout discuss the factors that contributed most to the sweep, continued awesome stretches for Eury Pérez and Griffin Conine and Triple-A players who are mos

REPORTED_ANALYSIS
MLB Trade Rumors - Marlins

Marlins Place Kyle Stowers On Injured List

August 11: The Marlins placed Stowers on the 10-day injured list today, retroactive to August 10, with a left hamstring strain. Pauley has been recalled in a corresponding move. August 9: First baseman Kyle Stowers made an early exit from the Marlins’ 12-3 win over the Angels today due to what the Marlins described as left […]

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Fish On First Podcast

Marlins Offense Erupts in the Clutch to Steal Series From Reds

Fish On First staffers react to the latest Miami Marlins series and prepare you for what lies ahead. Sunday's show was hosted by Ely Sussman and featured panelist Isaac Azout. The following topics were covered: A standout defensive performance by Brian Navarreto on Sunday Eury Pérez's mind-boggling homerless streak and value to the Marlins Heriberto Hernández's offense easily making up for his fielding gaffe on Frida

REPORTED_ANALYSIS
Fish On First Podcast

Marlins Manager Clayton McCullough Talks Latest Roster Moves, Playoff Push

Every month, Fish Unfiltered takes Miami Marlins fans "Inside the Dugout," bringing you an extended, exclusive interview with Marlins manager Clayton McCullough. During our August sitdown, McCullough speaks with AJ Ramos and Kevin Barral about a wide variety of topics. They start off with a rundown of Kyle Stowers' hamstring strain and how the Marlins will fill the void at first base during his absence. Then, they di

REPORTED_ANALYSIS
Fish On First Podcast

Swept in Atlanta, Marlins Must Take Care of Business Against Angels

The Miami Marlins emerged from the MLB trade deadline with an all-too-familiar flat performance on the road against the Atlanta Braves. AJ Ramos, Isaac Azout and Kevin Barral discuss the lowlights from that three-game sweep, share their final thoughts on the club's deadline moves and look ahead to the next three games against the Los Angeles Angels, who enter Friday with the worst record in Major League Baseball. All

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Competitive position

67-66

0.504winning percentage through 133 regular-season games

Run differential: +15 · 578 scored · 563 allowed

What it means

Miami is only 1 game over .500. The +15 run differential says this remains a credible Wild Card team, but the margin for error has nearly disappeared after two straight home losses to Boston.

The catch: The Washington sweep bought Miami an opening. Boston has taken most of it back. The Marlins need to salvage the finale before the next road trip becomes a recovery mission.

Next series

MLB regular season
vs Boston Red SoxWed Aug 26 · 6:40 PM ET · loanDepot park
8/26 - 6:40 PM EDT
MLB regular season
at Washington NationalsFri Aug 28 · 6:45 PM ET · Nationals Park
8/28 - 6:45 PM EDT
MLB regular season
at Washington NationalsSat Aug 29 · 4:05 PM ET · Nationals Park
8/29 - 4:05 PM EDT
MLB regular season
at Washington NationalsSun Aug 30 · 12:15 PM ET · Nationals Park
8/30 - 12:15 PM EDT
MLB regular season
at Washington NationalsMon Aug 31 · 6:45 PM ET · Nationals Park
8/31 - 6:45 PM EDT
MLB regular season
at Kansas City RoyalsTue Sep 1 · 7:40 PM ET · Kauffman Stadium
9/1 - 7:40 PM EDT
FLSportsDesk.com · The Read

FLSportsDesk.com Briefing

The Boston finale has become a pressure game, not a routine Wednesday on the schedule.

The Marlins are 67-66, only 1 game over .500, with a +15 run differential. The sweep of Washington created momentum. Two straight losses to Boston have already spent it. Wednesday is no longer just another game on the schedule. It is Miami's chance to stop a damaging home sweep before the Wild Card chase moves back onto the road.

The larger profile still says Miami belongs in the race, but a 3-3 mark over the last six games shows how quickly that position can tighten. A respectable run differential cannot rescue a playoff bid if the club keeps losing series at home this late in the season.

Reporting for this desk

MLB Trade Rumors - Marlins

Marlins Place Pete Fairbanks On Injured List

The Marlins announced that right-hander Pete Fairbanks has been placed on the 15-day injured list with right median nerve irritation. Left-hander Dax Fulton has been recalled in the corresponding move. Miami’s loss in last night’s game was a blow in a few different ways. They went into the ninth inning tied with the Red Sox […]

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Fish On First Podcast

Kyle Stowers Returns, De Los Santos Demoted (Again), John King DFA'd & Appreciating Tommy Hutton

Fish On First staffers react to the latest Miami Marlins series and prepare you for what lies ahead. Sunday's show was hosted by Ely Sussman and featured panelist Isaac Azout. The following topics were covered: Kyle Stowers coming back Deyvison De Los Santos optioned John King designated for assignment Jack Ralston debuts Key takeaways from Marlins' sweep of Nationals Updated NL Wild Card race with five weeks left Pr

REPORTED_ANALYSIS
Fish On First Podcast

Marlins Offense Erupts in the Clutch to Steal Series From Reds

Fish On First staffers react to the latest Miami Marlins series and prepare you for what lies ahead. Sunday's show was hosted by Ely Sussman and featured panelist Isaac Azout. The following topics were covered: A standout defensive performance by Brian Navarreto on Sunday Eury Pérez's mind-boggling homerless streak and value to the Marlins Heriberto Hernández's offense easily making up for his fielding gaffe on Frida

REPORTED_ANALYSIS
Fish On First Podcast

Griffin Conine Seizing Opportunity & Marlins-Pirates Series Reaction

Fish On First staffers react to the latest Miami Marlins series and prepare you for what lies ahead. Thursday's show was hosted by Ely Sussman and featured panelists Nate Karzmer and Sean Millerick. The following topics were covered: Eury Pérez continues excellent stretch, outduels Paul Skenes Griffin Conine establishing himself as premier power hitter Revolving door at first base for the near future Injury updates o

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SEASON CONTEXT Spring Training evaluates roles; only regular-season games move the record and Wild Card thesis.

Recent games

MLB regular season
at Cincinnati RedsSun Aug 16 · 1:40 PM ET · Great American Ball Park
7–1
MLB regular season
at Philadelphia PhilliesMon Aug 17 · 6:40 PM ET · Citizens Bank Park
5–6
MLB regular season
at Philadelphia PhilliesTue Aug 18 · 6:40 PM ET · Citizens Bank Park
4–6
MLB regular season
at Philadelphia PhilliesWed Aug 19 · 6:05 PM ET · Citizens Bank Park
1–4
MLB regular season
vs Washington NationalsFri Aug 21 · 7:10 PM ET · loanDepot park
3–2
MLB regular season
vs Washington NationalsSat Aug 22 · 4:10 PM ET · loanDepot park
4–2
MLB regular season
vs Washington NationalsSun Aug 23 · 1:40 PM ET · loanDepot park
6–2
MLB regular season
vs Boston Red SoxMon Aug 24 · 6:40 PM ET · loanDepot park
2–4
MLB regular season
vs Boston Red SoxTue Aug 25 · 6:40 PM ET · loanDepot park
3–7

Remaining schedule

MLB regular season
vs Boston Red SoxWed Aug 26 · 6:40 PM ET · loanDepot park
8/26 - 6:40 PM EDT
MLB regular season
at Washington NationalsFri Aug 28 · 6:45 PM ET · Nationals Park
8/28 - 6:45 PM EDT
MLB regular season
at Washington NationalsSat Aug 29 · 4:05 PM ET · Nationals Park
8/29 - 4:05 PM EDT
MLB regular season
at Washington NationalsSun Aug 30 · 12:15 PM ET · Nationals Park
8/30 - 12:15 PM EDT
MLB regular season
at Washington NationalsMon Aug 31 · 6:45 PM ET · Nationals Park
8/31 - 6:45 PM EDT
MLB regular season
at Kansas City RoyalsTue Sep 1 · 7:40 PM ET · Kauffman Stadium
9/1 - 7:40 PM EDT
MLB regular season
at Kansas City RoyalsWed Sep 2 · 7:40 PM ET · Kauffman Stadium
9/2 - 7:40 PM EDT
MLB regular season
at Kansas City RoyalsThu Sep 3 · 7:40 PM ET · Kauffman Stadium
9/3 - 7:40 PM EDT
MLB regular season
vs Chicago CubsFri Sep 4 · 7:10 PM ET · loanDepot park
9/4 - 7:10 PM EDT
MLB regular season
vs Chicago CubsSat Sep 5 · 4:10 PM ET · loanDepot park
9/5 - 4:10 PM EDT
MLB regular season
vs Chicago CubsSun Sep 6 · 1:40 PM ET · loanDepot park
9/6 - 1:40 PM EDT
MLB regular season
vs New York MetsMon Sep 7 · 1:10 PM ET · loanDepot park
9/7 - 1:10 PM EDT
MLB regular season
vs New York MetsTue Sep 8 · 6:40 PM ET · loanDepot park
9/8 - 6:40 PM EDT
MLB regular season
vs New York MetsWed Sep 9 · 6:40 PM ET · loanDepot park
9/9 - 6:40 PM EDT
MLB regular season
vs Los Angeles DodgersFri Sep 11 · 7:10 PM ET · loanDepot park
9/11 - 7:10 PM EDT
MLB regular season
vs Los Angeles DodgersSat Sep 12 · 4:10 PM ET · loanDepot park
9/12 - 4:10 PM EDT
MLB regular season
vs Los Angeles DodgersSun Sep 13 · 1:40 PM ET · loanDepot park
9/13 - 1:40 PM EDT
MLB regular season
at Arizona DiamondbacksMon Sep 14 · 9:40 PM ET · Chase Field
9/14 - 9:40 PM EDT
MLB regular season
at Arizona DiamondbacksTue Sep 15 · 9:40 PM ET · Chase Field
9/15 - 9:40 PM EDT
MLB regular season
at Arizona DiamondbacksWed Sep 16 · 9:40 PM ET · Chase Field
9/16 - 9:40 PM EDT
MLB regular season
at San Diego PadresFri Sep 18 · 9:40 PM ET · Petco Park
9/18 - 9:40 PM EDT
MLB regular season
at San Diego PadresSat Sep 19 · 8:40 PM ET · Petco Park
9/19 - 8:40 PM EDT
MLB regular season
at San Diego PadresSun Sep 20 · 4:10 PM ET · Petco Park
9/20 - 4:10 PM EDT
MLB regular season
at Chicago CubsTue Sep 22 · 7:40 PM ET · Wrigley Field
9/22 - 7:40 PM EDT
MLB regular season
at Chicago CubsWed Sep 23 · 7:40 PM ET · Wrigley Field
9/23 - 7:40 PM EDT
MLB regular season
at Chicago CubsThu Sep 24 · 2:20 PM ET · Wrigley Field
9/24 - 2:20 PM EDT
MLB regular season
vs Atlanta BravesFri Sep 25 · 7:10 PM ET · loanDepot park
9/25 - 7:10 PM EDT
MLB regular season
vs Atlanta BravesSat Sep 26 · 4:10 PM ET · loanDepot park
9/26 - 4:10 PM EDT
MLB regular season
vs Atlanta BravesSun Sep 27 · 3:10 PM ET · loanDepot park
9/27 - 3:10 PM EDT
FLSportsDesk.com · The Read

FLSportsDesk.com Intelligence Assessment

Miami is still in the Wild Card race, but it is no longer operating with room for a bad series.

The Marlins are 67-66, only 1 game over .500, with a +15 run differential. The sweep of Washington created momentum. Two straight losses to Boston have already spent it. Wednesday is no longer just another game on the schedule. It is Miami's chance to stop a damaging home sweep before the Wild Card chase moves back onto the road.

The larger profile still says Miami belongs in the race, but a 3-3 mark over the last six games shows how quickly that position can tighten. A respectable run differential cannot rescue a playoff bid if the club keeps losing series at home this late in the season.

Reporting for this desk

Fish On First Podcast

Kyle Stowers Returns, De Los Santos Demoted (Again), John King DFA'd & Appreciating Tommy Hutton

Fish On First staffers react to the latest Miami Marlins series and prepare you for what lies ahead. Sunday's show was hosted by Ely Sussman and featured panelist Isaac Azout. The following topics were covered: Kyle Stowers coming back Deyvison De Los Santos optioned John King designated for assignment Jack Ralston debuts Key takeaways from Marlins' sweep of Nationals Updated NL Wild Card race with five weeks left Pr

REPORTED_ANALYSIS
MLB Trade Rumors - Marlins

Marlins Place Kyle Stowers On Injured List

August 11: The Marlins placed Stowers on the 10-day injured list today, retroactive to August 10, with a left hamstring strain. Pauley has been recalled in a corresponding move. August 9: First baseman Kyle Stowers made an early exit from the Marlins’ 12-3 win over the Angels today due to what the Marlins described as left […]

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Fish On First Podcast

Sandy Alcantara Rewriting Record Books & Potential Kyle Stowers Replacements

Fish On First staffers react to the latest Miami Marlins series and prepare you for what lies ahead. Sunday's show was hosted by Ely Sussman and featured panelists Kevin Barral and Alex Krutchik. The following topics were covered: Sandy Alcantara becomes franchise's all-time leader in innings pitched Griffin Conine solidifying himself as team's top slugger Kyle Stowers exits with left hamstring injury Call-up candida

REPORTED_ANALYSIS
Fish On First Podcast

Part Two: 2026 Miami Marlins Trade Deadline Countdown & Reaction Show

Fish On First staffers discuss all angles of an active trade deadline day for the Marlins. Listen to part one of Monday's livestream first, available on the same podcast feed. Part two went deep on the last-minute Lake Bachar deal, the areas that the Marlins did not address and what chance they have staying in the National League postseason race down the stretch. To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a mont

REPORTED_ANALYSIS
Fish On First Podcast

Part One: 2026 Miami Marlins Trade Deadline Countdown & Reaction Show

Fish On First staffers discuss all angles of an active trade deadline day for the Marlins. The first part of Monday's livestream went deep on the Liam Hicks, Braxton Garrett and Victor Vodnik/Connor Norby trades, as well as their impact on Miami's current roster. To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to MintMobile.com/Territory . That’s it there’s no catch. To explore coverage, visit aspcapetins

REPORTED_ANALYSIS
What tells us it can last

More than the record

Run differential, lineup depth, rotation innings, bullpen performance and the remaining opponents tell us whether Miami is built to hold its place.

October test

Path, not possibility

Being mathematically alive is not enough. Miami still has to win the right series with a roster capable of handling the closing schedule.

FLSportsDesk.com · The Read

FLSportsDesk.com Briefing

The top of this roster can win important games. The bottom of it is still being tested in them.

Alcantara and Pérez give Miami two starters opponents would rather avoid. Stowers' return restores needed power, while Edwards' .363 on-base percentage gives the lineup a dependable table-setter. The uncomfortable part is the bullpen: Fairbanks owns 18 saves, but his 6.02 ERA and negative WAR say the ninth inning has been far less secure than the save total suggests.

Miami has legitimate difference-makers in the rotation, Edwards has been its most valuable everyday player by WAR, and Stowers supplies the lineup's best established power. The available record does not establish the young outfielders or middle relievers as dependable major-league regulars yet. Calling the roster deep would get ahead of the evidence.

Reporting for this desk

Fish On First Podcast

Sandy Alcantara Rewriting Record Books & Potential Kyle Stowers Replacements

Fish On First staffers react to the latest Miami Marlins series and prepare you for what lies ahead. Sunday's show was hosted by Ely Sussman and featured panelists Kevin Barral and Alex Krutchik. The following topics were covered: Sandy Alcantara becomes franchise's all-time leader in innings pitched Griffin Conine solidifying himself as team's top slugger Kyle Stowers exits with left hamstring injury Call-up candida

REPORTED_ANALYSIS
Fish On First Podcast

Kyle Stowers Returns, De Los Santos Demoted (Again), John King DFA'd & Appreciating Tommy Hutton

Fish On First staffers react to the latest Miami Marlins series and prepare you for what lies ahead. Sunday's show was hosted by Ely Sussman and featured panelist Isaac Azout. The following topics were covered: Kyle Stowers coming back Deyvison De Los Santos optioned John King designated for assignment Jack Ralston debuts Key takeaways from Marlins' sweep of Nationals Updated NL Wild Card race with five weeks left Pr

REPORTED_ANALYSIS
Fish On First Podcast

Marlins Manager Clayton McCullough Talks Latest Roster Moves, Playoff Push

Every month, Fish Unfiltered takes Miami Marlins fans "Inside the Dugout," bringing you an extended, exclusive interview with Marlins manager Clayton McCullough. During our August sitdown, McCullough speaks with AJ Ramos and Kevin Barral about a wide variety of topics. They start off with a rundown of Kyle Stowers' hamstring strain and how the Marlins will fill the void at first base during his absence. Then, they di

REPORTED_ANALYSIS
MLB Trade Rumors - Marlins

MLB Mailbag: Alcantara, Caglianone, Rangers, Rockies

This week’s Mailbag looks at possible extensions for Sandy Alcantara and Jac Caglianone, the Rangers’ longer-term outlook and what the Rockies can do with struggling shortstop Ezequiel Tovar and his long-term contract. Let’s get into it! Chris asks: What might a Sandy Alcantara extension look like? Not that long ago, I’d have started any question […]

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Fish On First Podcast

Griffin Conine Seizing Opportunity & Marlins-Pirates Series Reaction

Fish On First staffers react to the latest Miami Marlins series and prepare you for what lies ahead. Thursday's show was hosted by Ely Sussman and featured panelists Nate Karzmer and Sean Millerick. The following topics were covered: Eury Pérez continues excellent stretch, outduels Paul Skenes Griffin Conine establishing himself as premier power hitter Revolving door at first base for the near future Injury updates o

REPORTED_ANALYSIS
Pitchers · 13 players
#PlayerPosAgeStatus
#22Sandy AlcantaraSP30Active
#95Josh EknessRP24Active
#53Calvin FaucherRP30Active
#90Dax FultonRP24Active
#58Cade GibsonRP28Active
#65Ryan GustoSP27Active
#26Janson JunkSP30Active
#39Eury PerezSP23Active
#49Michael PetersenRP32Active
#30Tyler PhillipsRP28Active
#79Jack RalstonRP29Active
#38Victor VodnikRP26Active
#55Tyler ZuberRP31Active
Catchers · 3 players
#PlayerPosAgeStatus
#80Joe MackC23Active
#64Brian NavarretoC31Active
#50Agustin RamirezC24Active
Infielders · 5 players
#PlayerPosAgeStatus
#9Xavier Edwards2B27Active
#19Leo Jimenez3B25Active
#6Otto LopezSS27Active
#8Javier Sanoja3B23Active
#28Kyle Stowers1B28Active
Outfielders · 5 players
#PlayerPosAgeStatus
#17Owen CaissieRF24Active
#18Griffin ConineRF29Active
#13Heriberto HernandezLF26Active
#87Jakob MarseeCF25Active
#3Esteury RuizRF27Active
Designated Hitter · 0 players
#PlayerPosAgeStatus
FLSportsDesk.com · The Read

FLSportsDesk.com Briefing

The Marlins are managing the roster like a team in a race, even if they are not adding like one.

Stowers came up, Deyvison De Los Santos went down, John King was designated and Jack Ralston returned. Those are practical moves designed to keep the active roster useful and the bullpen fresh. They also show Miami solving problems internally rather than reaching outside the organization for a late upgrade.

The option and recall cycle preserves flexibility without disturbing the young, controllable core. Internal churn is not the same as improvement. Asking a debuting reliever to cover meaningful innings carries obvious risk.

Reporting for this desk

Fish On First Podcast

Kyle Stowers Returns, De Los Santos Demoted (Again), John King DFA'd & Appreciating Tommy Hutton

Fish On First staffers react to the latest Miami Marlins series and prepare you for what lies ahead. Sunday's show was hosted by Ely Sussman and featured panelist Isaac Azout. The following topics were covered: Kyle Stowers coming back Deyvison De Los Santos optioned John King designated for assignment Jack Ralston debuts Key takeaways from Marlins' sweep of Nationals Updated NL Wild Card race with five weeks left Pr

REPORTED_ANALYSIS
MLB Trade Rumors - Marlins

Marlins Claim Wikelman González

The Marlins announced that they have claimed right-hander Wikelman González off waivers from the White Sox an optioned him to Triple-A Jacksonville. Miami had a 40-man vacancy, so González fills that spot without a corresponding move. Chicago had designated González for assignment a couple of days ago. González, 24, was sent from the Red Sox […]

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Fish On First Podcast

Part Two: 2026 Miami Marlins Trade Deadline Countdown & Reaction Show

Fish On First staffers discuss all angles of an active trade deadline day for the Marlins. Listen to part one of Monday's livestream first, available on the same podcast feed. Part two went deep on the last-minute Lake Bachar deal, the areas that the Marlins did not address and what chance they have staying in the National League postseason race down the stretch. To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a mont

REPORTED_ANALYSIS
Fish On First Podcast

Part One: 2026 Miami Marlins Trade Deadline Countdown & Reaction Show

Fish On First staffers discuss all angles of an active trade deadline day for the Marlins. The first part of Monday's livestream went deep on the Liam Hicks, Braxton Garrett and Victor Vodnik/Connor Norby trades, as well as their impact on Miami's current roster. To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to MintMobile.com/Territory . That’s it there’s no catch. To explore coverage, visit aspcapetins

REPORTED_ANALYSIS
MLB Trade Rumors - Marlins

Marlins Designate John King For Assignment

The Marlins announced this morning that they have recalled right-hander Jack Ralston from Triple-A Jacksonville. Ralston saw his contract selected earlier this month, but he was immediately optioned to Triple-A, so he’ll be making his big league debut when he gets into a game. To clear active roster space for Ralston, left-hander John King has […]

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MLB Trade Rumors - Marlins

Marlins Acquire Logan Driscoll

August 21: The Marlins selected Driscoll to the roster today and put Kempner on the 60-day injured list. August 19: Catcher Logan Driscoll has triggered an assignment clause in his minor league deal with the Rays and is headed to the Marlins, reports Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. Though the trade deadline has […]

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Baseball operations

Control, options and opportunity cost

  • 26-man active roster and 40-man reserve list
  • Minor-league options control player movement
  • Injured-list placement creates temporary roster space
  • Arbitration and club control shape payroll timing
  • Trade, waiver and Rule 5 exposure affect asset value
MLB transaction glossary
Decision test

Present wins versus future value

Every promotion, DFA, trade and innings decision is graded against the Wild Card race, player development and the club-control window.

FLSportsDesk.com · The Read

FLSportsDesk.com Briefing

Miami owns the final NL playoff position today, and almost none of the cushion that wording implies.

The Marlins are one game ahead of St. Louis and two behind Arizona. Their plus-21 run differential is better than either club's, which gives the race some substance. But without another game against Arizona, every night has two scoreboards: Miami's and the Diamondbacks'.

Miami's record, seed and run differential all place it squarely in the Wild Card pack rather than on its fringe. A bad week can erase the entire margin, and the tiebreaker picture is not established in the supplied data.

Reporting for this desk

Fish On First Podcast

Autopsy of Marlins' Losses in Philly & September Call-Up Candidates

The past three games were a painful reality check for the Miami Marlins. Although still far away from being mathematically eliminated from NL Wild Card contention, they tumbled to six games back of the rival Philadelphia Phillies. AJ Ramos, Kevin Barral and Isaac Azout discuss the factors that contributed most to the sweep, continued awesome stretches for Eury Pérez and Griffin Conine and Triple-A players who are mos

REPORTED_ANALYSIS
Fish On First Podcast

Kyle Stowers Returns, De Los Santos Demoted (Again), John King DFA'd & Appreciating Tommy Hutton

Fish On First staffers react to the latest Miami Marlins series and prepare you for what lies ahead. Sunday's show was hosted by Ely Sussman and featured panelist Isaac Azout. The following topics were covered: Kyle Stowers coming back Deyvison De Los Santos optioned John King designated for assignment Jack Ralston debuts Key takeaways from Marlins' sweep of Nationals Updated NL Wild Card race with five weeks left Pr

REPORTED_ANALYSIS
Fish On First Podcast

Marlins Offense Erupts in the Clutch to Steal Series From Reds

Fish On First staffers react to the latest Miami Marlins series and prepare you for what lies ahead. Sunday's show was hosted by Ely Sussman and featured panelist Isaac Azout. The following topics were covered: A standout defensive performance by Brian Navarreto on Sunday Eury Pérez's mind-boggling homerless streak and value to the Marlins Heriberto Hernández's offense easily making up for his fielding gaffe on Frida

REPORTED_ANALYSIS
Fish On First Podcast

Marlins Manager Clayton McCullough Talks Latest Roster Moves, Playoff Push

Every month, Fish Unfiltered takes Miami Marlins fans "Inside the Dugout," bringing you an extended, exclusive interview with Marlins manager Clayton McCullough. During our August sitdown, McCullough speaks with AJ Ramos and Kevin Barral about a wide variety of topics. They start off with a rundown of Kyle Stowers' hamstring strain and how the Marlins will fill the void at first base during his absence. Then, they di

REPORTED_ANALYSIS
National League

Wild Card context

ClubWLPCTGBDIFF
Milwaukee Brewers8151.614-+160
Los Angeles Dodgers8052.6061+150
Atlanta Braves7755.5834+111
Chicago Cubs7656.5765+122
Philadelphia Phillies7359.5538+20
San Diego Padres7161.53810+15
Arizona Diamondbacks6963.52312+2
Miami Marlins6766.50414.5+15
St. Louis Cardinals6666.50015-2
Pittsburgh Pirates6469.48117.5+26
Cincinnati Reds6270.47019-99
Washington Nationals6272.46320+18
New York Mets6072.45521-39
San Francisco Giants5378.40527.5-75
Colorado Rockies5181.38630-144
FLSportsDesk.com · The Read

FLSportsDesk.com Briefing

The Marlins win with movement and pressure, not overwhelming power.

Miami is hitting .249 with a .326 on-base percentage, 133 homers and 132 steals. Edwards leads the everyday group with 3.1 WAR and a .363 on-base percentage; Stowers supplies the thump with a .462 slugging percentage and 16 homers. That produces 4.37 runs per game—enough to support good pitching, but not enough to survive many empty innings. The actual run total closely tracks the underlying production, so there is no obvious reservoir of bad luck waiting to correct itself.

The running game is efficient, the contact is useful and the offense has produced about what its inputs say it should. The low walk rate leaves too much dependent on hits falling. Better staffs can take away the running game and force Miami to create damage with power it does not consistently possess.

HOW WE READ THE MARLINS Player lines tell us who is carrying the season; team totals tell us whether it can last. We put average and ERA beside on-base skill, power, strikeout and walk rates, defense and opponent quality, and we do not let one hot series rewrite a 162-game profile.

Players shaping the season

Kyle Stowers
1B · 2026

Kyle Stowers

.241AVG.326OBP.459SLG.785OPS16HR52RBI1SB1.2WAR
Xavier Edwards
2B · 2026

Xavier Edwards

.286AVG.365OBP.383SLG.748OPS6HR50RBI19SB3.2WAR
Jakob Marsee
CF · 2026

Jakob Marsee

.210AVG.330OBP.324SLG.654OPS8HR30RBI20SB0.4WAR
Eury Perez
SP · 2026

Eury Perez

7W9L3.17ERA1.11WHIP127.2IP137K0SV2.4WAR

Reporting for this desk

Fish On First Podcast

Autopsy of Marlins' Losses in Philly & September Call-Up Candidates

The past three games were a painful reality check for the Miami Marlins. Although still far away from being mathematically eliminated from NL Wild Card contention, they tumbled to six games back of the rival Philadelphia Phillies. AJ Ramos, Kevin Barral and Isaac Azout discuss the factors that contributed most to the sweep, continued awesome stretches for Eury Pérez and Griffin Conine and Triple-A players who are mos

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Marlins Offense Erupts in the Clutch to Steal Series From Reds

Fish On First staffers react to the latest Miami Marlins series and prepare you for what lies ahead. Sunday's show was hosted by Ely Sussman and featured panelist Isaac Azout. The following topics were covered: A standout defensive performance by Brian Navarreto on Sunday Eury Pérez's mind-boggling homerless streak and value to the Marlins Heriberto Hernández's offense easily making up for his fielding gaffe on Frida

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Marlins Manager Clayton McCullough Talks Latest Roster Moves, Playoff Push

Every month, Fish Unfiltered takes Miami Marlins fans "Inside the Dugout," bringing you an extended, exclusive interview with Marlins manager Clayton McCullough. During our August sitdown, McCullough speaks with AJ Ramos and Kevin Barral about a wide variety of topics. They start off with a rundown of Kyle Stowers' hamstring strain and how the Marlins will fill the void at first base during his absence. Then, they di

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Part One: 2026 Miami Marlins Trade Deadline Countdown & Reaction Show

Fish On First staffers discuss all angles of an active trade deadline day for the Marlins. The first part of Monday's livestream went deep on the Liam Hicks, Braxton Garrett and Victor Vodnik/Connor Norby trades, as well as their impact on Miami's current roster. To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to MintMobile.com/Territory . That’s it there’s no catch. To explore coverage, visit aspcapetins

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Team profile

Team Games Played132Batting
At Bats4377Batting
Hits1092Batting
Runs Batted In552Batting
Home Runs133Batting
Stolen Bases132Batting
Batting Average.249Batting
Runs575Batting
Doubles208Batting
Triples28Batting
Total Bases1755Batting
Walks452Batting
Strikeouts1074Batting
On Base Percentage.327Batting
Slugging Percentage.401Batting
OBP Pct + SLG Pct.728Batting
Games Played132Batting
Games Started132Batting
Hit By Pitch72Batting
Wins Above Replacement0.0Batting
Offensive Wins Above Replacement0.0Batting
Caught Stealing42Batting
Is Qualified1Batting
Runs Created595.1Batting
Runs Created Per 27 Outs4.6Batting
Walks Per Plate Appearance.091Batting
Walk To Strikeout Ratio0.42Batting
Isolated Power.151Batting
Secondary Average.275Batting
Pitches Per Plate Appearance3.81Batting
Extra Base Hits369Batting
Plate Appearances4962Batting
At Bats Per Home Run32.9Batting
Sacrifice Hit19Batting
Sacrifice Flies41Batting
Team Games Played132Pitching
Quality Starts46Pitching
Wins67Pitching
Losses65Pitching
Saves30Pitching
Holds74Pitching
Hits1006Pitching
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News and reporting

  • Postgame Thread: 8/25 Red Sox 7 @ Marlins 3
    r/MiamiMarlins · CHATTER

    Line Score - Game Over 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 R H E LOB BOS 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 4 7 7 2 7 MIA 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 3 7 0 11 Box Score MIA AB R H RBI BB SO BA SS Lopez, O 5 0 1 0 0 2 .306 LF Hernández, H 5 1 1 1 0 0 .231 DH Ramírez 3 0 0 0 0 3 .232 DH Stowers 2 0 0 0 0 1 .241 3B Sanoja 5 0 1 0 0 1 .275 2B Edwards, X 4 0 2 0 1 0 .286 1B Jiménez, L 3 1 0 0 2 0 .206 RF Conine 5 0 1 0 0 2 .259 CF Ruiz, E 1 0 0 0 1 1 .24

  • Deyvison De Los Santos recalled again?
    r/MiamiMarlins · CHATTER

    This is easy! Put DDLS at 3rd leave 1st for Conine/Stowers and Jimenez to AAA or DFA or back to his other work at Taco Bell. But if they brought back DDLS this is at least good news! Look at his stats guys... Jimenez at his best can't come close to that. AT ALL. submitted by /u/ThaJackal1977 [link] [comments]

  • Fitting right in as Mets' top prospect, Rojas hits 20-homer mark for first time - MLB.com
    Miami Marlins / MLB.com · OFFICIAL

    Fitting right in as Mets' top prospect, Rojas hits 20-homer mark for first time MLB.com

  • Actual sketch (from the bullpen) during the game Marlins vs Red Sox 8/25
    r/MiamiMarlins · CHATTER

    Just snapped this ltanding on the Bud bar on the landing submitted by /u/QuantativeSleazing [link] [comments]

  • Is the stadium safe for a Marlin?
    r/MiamiMarlins · CHATTER

    I feel like I've been attacked since I arrived in the city submitted by /u/johnqadamsin28 [link] [comments]

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  • Game Thread: 8/25 Red Sox (72-59) @ Marlins (67-65) 6:40 PM
    r/MiamiMarlins · CHATTER

    Red Sox (72-59) @ Marlins (67-65) First Pitch : 6:40 PM at loanDepot park Team Starter TV Radio Red Sox Payton Tolle (8-6, 3.08 ERA) Marlins Tyler Phillips (3-6, 3.67 ERA) MLB Fangraphs Reddit Stream IRC Chat Gameday Game Graph Live Comments Libera: ##baseball Line Score - Game Over 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 R H E LOB BOS 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 4 7 7 2 7 MIA 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 3 7 0 11 Box Score MIA AB R H RBI BB SO BA

  • Marlins Place Pete Fairbanks On Injured List
    MLB Trade Rumors - Marlins · REPORTED

    The Marlins announced that right-hander Pete Fairbanks has been placed on the 15-day injured list with right median nerve irritation. Left-hander Dax Fulton has been recalled in the corresponding move. Miami’s loss in last night’s game was a blow in a few different ways. They went into the ninth inning tied with the Red Sox […]

  • deep beleaguered sigh. Fairbanks IL
    r/MiamiMarlins · CHATTER

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  • baseball fans seeing “potential lockout” before we even get to 2027
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  • Sketch after every Marlins game, Marlins lose game 1 against the Red Sox :( (131/162)
    r/MiamiMarlins · CHATTER

    33% off EVERYTHING for the rest of the month 🐟 💙 submitted by /u/djmarcus01 [link] [comments]

  • Postgame Thread: 8/24 Red Sox 4 @ Marlins 2
    r/MiamiMarlins · CHATTER

    Line Score - Game Over 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 R H E LOB BOS 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 2 4 9 1 10 MIA 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 2 9 0 14 Box Score MIA AB R H RBI BB SO BA SS Lopez, O 4 1 2 1 0 0 .307 LF Hernández, H 4 0 2 0 1 0 .232 1B Stowers 4 0 1 0 1 2 .242 DH Ramírez 2 0 0 0 1 1 .237 DH Caissie 1 0 1 0 1 0 .228 2B Edwards, X 5 0 1 1 0 2 .284 CF Marsee 3 1 0 0 1 1 .210 3B Sanoja 4 0 0 0 1 0 .276 RF Ruiz, E 1 0 0 0 0 0 .242 RF Conine 2 0

  • 'He's a gamer, a dog': Bonemer to add center field to his defensive repertoire - MLB.com
    Miami Marlins / MLB.com · OFFICIAL

    'He's a gamer, a dog': Bonemer to add center field to his defensive repertoire MLB.com

  • Quartet of Top 100 prospects leads latest Team of the Week - MLB.com
    Miami Marlins / MLB.com · OFFICIAL

    Quartet of Top 100 prospects leads latest Team of the Week MLB.com

  • Kyle Stowers Returns, De Los Santos Demoted (Again), John King DFA'd & Appreciating Tommy Hutton
    Fish On First Podcast · REPORTED_ANALYSIS

    Fish On First staffers react to the latest Miami Marlins series and prepare you for what lies ahead. Sunday's show was hosted by Ely Sussman and featured panelist Isaac Azout. The following topics were covered: Kyle Stowers coming back Deyvison De Los Santos optioned John King designated for assignment Jack Ralston debuts Key takeaways from Marlins' sweep of Nationals Updated NL Wild Card race with five weeks left Pr

  • Marlins Designate John King For Assignment
    MLB Trade Rumors - Marlins · REPORTED

    The Marlins announced this morning that they have recalled right-hander Jack Ralston from Triple-A Jacksonville. Ralston saw his contract selected earlier this month, but he was immediately optioned to Triple-A, so he’ll be making his big league debut when he gets into a game. To clear active roster space for Ralston, left-hander John King has […]

  • Pérez sharp, Hernández and Marsee homer in Marlins' 7th straight win vs. Nats - MLB.com
    Miami Marlins / MLB.com · OFFICIAL

    Pérez sharp, Hernández and Marsee homer in Marlins' 7th straight win vs. Nats MLB.com

  • Brandon Compton Interview: How He Became Best Slugger in Marlins System
    Fish On First Podcast · REPORTED_ANALYSIS

    Brandon Compton has been one of the biggest risers on the Fish On First Top 30 prospects list during the 2026 season. Particularly over the last three months, he's been on a heater unlike anything we've seen in our careers covering the Miami Marlins farm system. Compton speaks with Ely Sussman and Alex Carver about how his baseball career changed coming off elbow surgery, developing with help from Marlins coaches and

  • Marlins Acquire Logan Driscoll
    MLB Trade Rumors - Marlins · REPORTED

    August 21: The Marlins selected Driscoll to the roster today and put Kempner on the 60-day injured list. August 19: Catcher Logan Driscoll has triggered an assignment clause in his minor league deal with the Rays and is headed to the Marlins, reports Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. Though the trade deadline has […]

  • Autopsy of Marlins' Losses in Philly & September Call-Up Candidates
    Fish On First Podcast · REPORTED_ANALYSIS

    The past three games were a painful reality check for the Miami Marlins. Although still far away from being mathematically eliminated from NL Wild Card contention, they tumbled to six games back of the rival Philadelphia Phillies. AJ Ramos, Kevin Barral and Isaac Azout discuss the factors that contributed most to the sweep, continued awesome stretches for Eury Pérez and Griffin Conine and Triple-A players who are mos

  • Jon Berti Retires
    MLB Trade Rumors - Marlins · REPORTED

    Veteran utilityman Jon Berti is calling it a career. The 36-year-old speedster made the announcement today on Instagram. Berti thanked his former teams, teammates, coaches, agents and fans in a heartfelt statement: After a lot of thought and consideration, I have decided to retire from professional baseball. It’s been a hell of a journey, full […]

  • Klassen pitches through 'jelly' legs early en route to dominating Astros - MLB.com
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    Klassen pitches through 'jelly' legs early en route to dominating Astros MLB.com

  • Andrew Nardi To Undergo Elbow Surgery
    MLB Trade Rumors - Marlins · REPORTED

    Marlins lefty Andrew Nardi will undergo elbow surgery, manager Clayton McCullough told reporters on Monday (link via Corey Seidman of MLB.com). That’ll obviously end his 2026 season and, depending on the nature of the procedure, is likely to impact next year as well. The news comes as a surprise considering Nardi wasn’t previously known to […]

  • McCullough's ejection punctuates frustrating Wild Card setback - MLB.com
    Miami Marlins / MLB.com · OFFICIAL

    McCullough's ejection punctuates frustrating Wild Card setback MLB.com

  • How do Power Rankings look with just 6 weeks(!) left in season? - MLB.com
    Miami Marlins / MLB.com · OFFICIAL

    How do Power Rankings look with just 6 weeks(!) left in season? MLB.com

  • Marlins Offense Erupts in the Clutch to Steal Series From Reds
    Fish On First Podcast · REPORTED_ANALYSIS

    Fish On First staffers react to the latest Miami Marlins series and prepare you for what lies ahead. Sunday's show was hosted by Ely Sussman and featured panelist Isaac Azout. The following topics were covered: A standout defensive performance by Brian Navarreto on Sunday Eury Pérez's mind-boggling homerless streak and value to the Marlins Heriberto Hernández's offense easily making up for his fielding gaffe on Frida

  • MLB Mailbag: Alcantara, Caglianone, Rangers, Rockies
    MLB Trade Rumors - Marlins · REPORTED

    This week’s Mailbag looks at possible extensions for Sandy Alcantara and Jac Caglianone, the Rangers’ longer-term outlook and what the Rockies can do with struggling shortstop Ezequiel Tovar and his long-term contract. Let’s get into it! Chris asks: What might a Sandy Alcantara extension look like? Not that long ago, I’d have started any question […]

  • Griffin Conine Seizing Opportunity & Marlins-Pirates Series Reaction
    Fish On First Podcast · REPORTED_ANALYSIS

    Fish On First staffers react to the latest Miami Marlins series and prepare you for what lies ahead. Thursday's show was hosted by Ely Sussman and featured panelists Nate Karzmer and Sean Millerick. The following topics were covered: Eury Pérez continues excellent stretch, outduels Paul Skenes Griffin Conine establishing himself as premier power hitter Revolving door at first base for the near future Injury updates o

  • Marlins’ William Kempner To Undergo Elbow Surgery
    MLB Trade Rumors - Marlins · REPORTED

    Marlins manager Clayton McCullough announced Wednesday that righty William Kempner will undergo elbow surgery. Specifics weren’t provided, but Marlins.tv host Craig Mish suggested an absence of 12 to 14 months. If that’s indeed the case, it would likely point to a UCL-related procedure. In some instances, surgeons don’t know whether a full ligament reconstruction (Tommy […]

  • New faces in new places power Marlins' 4th straight win amid Wild Card race - MLB.com
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    New faces in new places power Marlins' 4th straight win amid Wild Card race MLB.com

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