The Miami Marlins are set to kick off their 2026 season with an exciting opener against the Colorado Rockies on March 27 at loanDepot park. Sandy Alcantara will be taking the mound for the Marlins, while Kyle Freeland will start for the Rockies.
This season opener marks a significant moment for Deyvison De Los Santos, who is being promoted to the major leagues for the first time. Acquired from the Diamondbacks in the A.J. Puk deadline deal in 2024, De Los Santos had a solid performance in the minors, boasting a .240/.284/.459 slash line over 50 games for Miami’s top affiliate.
Despite the excitement, the Marlins will be navigating some challenges as they begin the season. Christopher Morel has been scratched from the starting lineup due to a left oblique strain, and the team will place him on the 10-day injured list. “The Fish will know more about Morel’s status after he goes for imaging tomorrow,” a team representative stated.
In addition to Morel, the Marlins are dealing with several injuries. Max Acosta, Kyle Stowers, and Esteury Ruiz are also on the 10-day injured list due to various ailments, while Adam Mazur and Ronny Henriquez face a more extended recovery on the 60-day injured list.
Connor Norby made his first career start at first base for the Marlins in their Opening Day win over the Rockies, contributing to a strong team effort. The Marlins secured a 5-2 victory, showcasing their potential for the season ahead.
De Los Santos, who had a tough spring and was briefly returned to the D-Backs before joining the Marlins, is eager to make an impact. In 2024, he connected for 28 home runs across 87 games, a promising sign for his future with the team.
As the Marlins prepare for the season, observers are hopeful about the team’s performance despite the injury setbacks. The depth of the roster will be tested early on, but the community remains supportive as they rally behind their team.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the extent of Morel’s injury, but the Marlins are optimistic about their prospects as they embark on this new season.
