Alcantara Dominates Opening Day

0:00It's March 28th. This is MLB News Today, your AI-powered source for everything, MLB. Sandy Alcantara kicked off the season like a boss for the Miami Marlins, shutting down the Colorado Rockies in a tight two-to-one home win on opening day. The A's delivered his franchise record sixth opening day start, giving up just four hits and one run with five strikeouts and two walks. He kept the Rockies off-base through the first three innings, proving he's back in form. Coming off a rough 2025, where he win 11 wins and 12 losses with a 5.36 ERA after missing all of 20. 24 for Tommy John's surgery, Alcantara turned it around late. He dropped seven straight starts mid-season, amid trade rumors, but finished strong at 7 and 3 with a 3.13 ERA over his last 12 outings. Fans in the team are buzzing about his renewed vibe. The second-year manager spotted a happier, more focused Sandy in spring training, free

1:02from rehab worries and ready to dominate after battling through. Atversity, Miami's baseball ops president is calling for vintage Sandy this year, highlighting his role as the longest tenured Marlin in his eighth big league, season. Back in 2022, he made history as the first Marlin-Sai young winner, leading the league in innings and complete games. With this sharp opener, Alcantara sets the tone for what could be his best run yet, anchoring the Marlins as they grind through the long haul.