As the August 3 trade deadline approaches in Major League Baseball, the Miami Marlins are making their intentions clear. Currently riding a six-game winning streak and holding a record of 52-42, the Marlins sit tied for the second NL wild-card spot and are just three games behind the first-place Atlanta Braves in the NL East.

According to reports from The Athletic, the Marlins plan to retain right-hander Sandy Alcantara, a former Cy Young winner, while also seeking targeted additions to bolster their roster for the playoff push. Alcantara, 30, leads MLB in innings pitched and boasts a 102 ERA+ this season. His contract includes a team option for 2027, solidifying his place in Miami's future plans.

The Marlins' strategy could shift if their performance declines in the coming weeks, but they are currently focused on enhancing their rotation, bullpen, and third base position.

In contrast, the situation with the Boston Red Sox remains uncertain. Entering Friday night, the Red Sox are five games below .500 yet only 2.5 games out of the third and final AL wild-card spot. Like the Marlins, they have also won six straight games, leaving their trade deadline status in a state of flux as they weigh their options.