A former MLB player has revealed a couple of concerns for this young Miami Marlins star the team acquired from the New York Yankees last year.

When all is said and done, Marlins ace Sandy Alcantara will go down as one of the best pitchers in franchise history. His numbers speak to his longevity and production. They also signify his evolution

MLB.com's Christina De Nicola recently discussed what the Marlins should be looking for at the deadline, and she noted Miami should be seeking "a game-changing bat" in any trade discussions.

The Marlins had little use for De La Cruz, a competent hitter who has been terrible since leaving Miami (.200 in 44 games for Pittsburgh, .191 in 16 games for Atlanta this season). The Braves cut him, and he’s now in the Yankees’ minor-league system.

Contenders all across the MLB will certainly be placing calls to the Miami Marlins in the coming weeks, as the trade deadline is quickly approaching. The Marlin

That loud thud you heard Sunday in D.C. was the Washington Nationals being swept at home by the last-place Miami Marlins.