The Marlins have played—shockingly well—in August despite missing some of their most talented and respected players. What could this team be capable of when it’s close to full strength again? We may soon find out, Craig Mish reports:
The joint committee has approved reinstatement for Marlins Starting Pitcher Sandy Alcantara and Shortstop Miguel Rojas. Other players on Miami are also at this stage, pending approval. They are on the verge of returning to the field in Jupiter.
— Craig Mish (@CraigMish) August 15, 2020
Right-hander Sandy Alcantara and shortstop Miguel Rojas starred in the season-opening series win in Philadelphia, only to test positive for COVID-19 during the subsequent days.