Deadspin: Marlins Exercise Sandy Alcantara’s $21 Million 2027 Club Option for RHP
Option Keeps Alcantara in Miami
The Marlins chose to exercise Alcantara’s $21 million option for 2027. Had they declined, the club would have paid him a $2 million buyout. The 31-year-old right-hander made 33 starts and three relief appearances in 2026. He struck out 153 batters and issued 59 walks over 214 innings.
Bendix Praises His Leadership
At his season-ending press conference, Marlins president of baseball operations Peter Bendix said Alcantara remains deeply important to the organization. Bendix also praised the pitcher’s season and said watching him pitch was enjoyable.
Bendix highlighted Alcantara’s clubhouse leadership, conduct and example for teammates. He said manager Clayton McCullough and he both value those qualities.
Career Includes Cy Young Award
Alcantara has a 65-78 record and a 3.69 ERA in 213 career games, including 202 starts, with the St. Louis Cardinals and Marlins. He appeared for St. Louis in 2017 before joining Miami.
Key points
- Miami exercised Alcantara’s $21 million club option for 2027.
- Declining the option would have triggered a $2 million buyout.
- Alcantara posted a 3.87 ERA and struck out 153 batters in 2026.