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As the Major League Baseball season kicked off, the Miami Marlins sent <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/sandy-alcantara/58308">Sandy Alcantara</a>, their ace and former Cy Young winner, to the mound on Opening Day. This marked Alcantara's return to regular-season action for the first time since undergoing Tommy John surgery in 2023.
While Alcantara's 4.2-inning outing might not have been precisely what Marlins fans envisioned, he did rack up seven strikeouts and played a key role in Miami's thrilling 5-4 walk-off victory. His performance, although limited, certainly added some excitement for the Marlins' faithful, but it also reignited questions about his future with the team.
The Marlins are deep into a rebuilding phase, underscored by their offseason moves trading away notable players like <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/jesus-luzardo/58317">Jesús Luzardo</a> and <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/jacob-burger/58298">Jake Burger</a>. As one of the team's most valuable remaining assets, Alcantara is at the center of trade speculation, particularly as the Marlins look to stock up for the future.
Thanks to <a class="c-link" href="https://www.justbaseball.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-stringify-link="https://www.justbaseball.com" data-sk="tooltip_parent">Just Baseball</a> for the stats, analysis and insights for this slideshow article.

Former Cy Young Trade Bait

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The Los Angeles Dodgers, fresh off a World Series win, emerge as a prime destination. Despite having a deep rotation, the Dodgers could benefit from Alcantara's prowess, especially given their recent injury woes. With seven Top 100 prospects, including three in the top 10, the Dodgers are well-positioned to make a compelling offer. Potential trade pieces could include outfielder <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/zyhir-hope/83203">Zyhir Hope</a> or catcher <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/dalton-rushing/83188">Dalton Rushing</a>, who are blocked at their positions but could shine in Miami.

1) Los Angeles Dodgers

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Having made significant acquisitions like <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/kyle-tucker/57568">Kyle Tucker</a>, the Chicago Cubs remain in the hunt for top-tier pitching to bolster their rotation. With five Top 100 prospects, the Cubs could tempt Miami with players like <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/cade-horton/84495">Cade Horton</a> and <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/owen-caissie/81539">Owen Caissie</a>, who are near major league ready and would address immediate needs for the Marlins.

2) Chicago Cubs

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Over in Detroit, the Tigers, fueled by a late-season surge into the playoffs, see Alcantara as a potential cornerstone to complement <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/tarik-skubal/58039">Tarik Skubal</a>. Detroit's front office is willing to invest, making Alcantara's contract a feasible addition. The Tigers might offer prospects like <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/kevin-mcgonigle/84461">Kevin McGonigle</a> or <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/max-clark/84462">Max Clark</a> as part of a package.

3) Detroit Tigers

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The New York Mets, despite being division rivals, cannot be discounted. They have a few Top 100 prospects and could enhance their rotation dramatically with Alcantara. Names like <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/brandon-sproat/84132">Brandon Sproat</a> or <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/jett-williams/83636">Jett Williams</a> might interest Miami, alongside MLB-ready talent like <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/luisangel-acuna/58371">Luisangel Acuña</a>.

4) New York Mets

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Lastly, the Baltimore Orioles, who missed making a splash in the offseason, could see Alcantara as the missing piece for a playoff push. With prospects like <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/coby-mayo/71037">Coby Mayo</a> and <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/samuel-basallo/83632">Samuel Basallo</a>, the Orioles could assemble a compelling offer.

5) Baltimore Orioles

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The 2025 season is barely underway, yet discussions about trades are not premature, especially for a team like the Marlins under GM Peter Bendix. Recall last season's early trade when Miami sent All-Star <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/luis-arraez/58294">Luis Arráez</a> to the Padres on May 4. If history repeats, Alcantara's days in Miami could be numbered, requiring a hefty package to pry him away.
As the season unfolds, Alcantara's future remains a hot topic. His exceptional talent on the mound makes him one of the most coveted players in any trade discussions. Where he'll end up could hinge on which team is willing to meet Miami's high asking price.
The post <a class="c-link" href="https://www.justbaseball.com/mlb/who-are-best-trade-fits-sandy-alcantara-marlins/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-stringify-link="https://www.justbaseball.com/mlb/who-are-best-trade-fits-sandy-alcantara-marlins/" data-sk="tooltip_parent">Who Are the Best Trade Fits for Sandy Alcantara?</a> appeared first on Just Baseball.

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