Having not allowed a run in his last two starts, Marlins right-handed pitcher Sandy Alcantara sent the first nine Houston Astros hitters he faced back to the dugout.

Sandy Alcantara’s deal anchors the Marlins’ rotation, blending big-money security with team control—his salary reflects not just talent, but Miami’s bet on a pitching ace for years to come. Check all about his contract.

The Miami Marlins stood pat at the MLB trade deadline when it came to their rotation, holding onto Sandy Alcantara, for better or worse.