Young, controllable pitching usually comes with a steep acquisition cost, as the Miami Marlins have learned this offseason.
The organization’s top two prospects, Sandy Alcantara and Jorge Guzman, are both new arrivals. Of course, the Fish had to deal All-Star sluggers Marcell Ozuna and Giancarlo Stanton to get them here. Although the major league roster still features quality trade chips (such as Christian Yelich and J.T. Realmuto), a fire sale on its own does not lay the foundation for a sustainable contender.
The Marlins will need to find impact arms in unlikely places, relying on a mix of good scouting and good fortune.