5 biggest questions facing Marlins for upcoming offseason

Christina De Nicola highlights the five major questions facing the Miami Marlins following their absence from the postseason for a third consecutive year. The central roster and personnel decisions focus on the future of ace Sandy Alcantara, potential contract extensions, open positional competitions, coaching staff stability, and the front office's general approach to free agency.

Miami is expected to exercise Alcantara's $21 million club option for 2027, while president of baseball operations Peter Bendix confirmed manager Clayton McCullough will return. Positional battles may arise in center field, the corner infield, and the bullpen, with the organization evaluating whether outside free agents can meaningfully improve upon internal talent.