Marlins pursue Patrick Sandoval to strengthen pitching rotation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 14, 2026, 12:04 AM
Last updated Nov 14, 2026
The Miami Marlins are interested in signing left-handed pitcher Patrick Sandoval, a free agent. Sandoval, 30, is coming off a challenging season after Tommy John surgery, pitching 15 games and posting a 5.12 ERA with a 3.77 FIP in 2026. The Marlins aim to stabilize their rotation, which has seen injuries to starters like Max Meyer and Eury Pérez. Sandoval's advanced metrics indicate he can bounce back, with a hard-hit rate of 34.5% against him this season. The team is under pressure to finalize a deal quickly, as several other teams are also eyeing him.
- •Marlins seek to improve rotation with Patrick Sandoval's signing
- •Sandoval had a 5.12 ERA and 3.77 FIP in 2026
- •Three starters are locked in, but injuries have complicated the rotation
- •Sandoval's fastball and pitch mix are appealing to Miami
- •The team may have to act quickly to secure Sandoval amid competition
- 12:04 AMYahoo Sports — Marlins Eye Patrick Sandoval To Fix Broken Rotation Spots
"The Miami Marlins want lefty Patrick Sandoval. See his stats, injury history, and why the team thinks his fastball can fix their rotation mess.
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