Even though some rumors suggested that Miami Marlins pitcher Sandy Alcantara was packing his bags ahead of last Thursday's MLB trade deadline, neither the Chicago Cubs nor any other suitor came particularly close to acquiring him on July 31. Considering how everyone knew that Jed Hoyer needed more starting pitchers, that's both a bit frustrating and surprising.
If it's any solace, MLB insider Jon Heyman reported that, as Hoyer said after the deadline passed, the Marlins were asking for a hefty price tag in exchange for Alcantara and his teammate Edward Cabrera. The Cubs, Yankees, and Red Sox all inquired on one or both and came away deciding the ask was too steep.