Tag: Sandy Alcantara

Sandy Alcántara threw a 100 mph sinker with so much movement that fans were in utter disbelief

This pitch was just so nasty.

Hello and welcome to a new episode of “So You Think Being a Hitter in MLB is Easy!?”

This is where we here at For The Win show you a highlight of a ridiculous pitch by a professional pitcher that is absolutely unhittable and makes us happy that we’re not paid to try to hit pitches like these.

Last week we showed you a 99 mph two-seamer by Seattle’s Luis Castillo that looked like it was powered by a remote control.

Today we have a 100 mph sinker by Miami’s Sandy Alcántara that had so much movement that fans didn’t know what to think of it.

Check this out:

What are you supposed to do with that!?

Alcántara went on to pitch a complete game (his fifth of the season!) in which he gave up just one run to the Nationals to get the win and he now has my vote for NL Cy Young. I don’t really get a vote for that but whatever, he’s awesome.

Twitter had reactions.

This ump cam view of Sandy Alcantara’s slider that froze Giancarlo Stanton in the All-Star game is too good

What a cool view of such a nasty pitch.

The MLB All-Star Game last night in Los Angeles wasn’t the highest scoring game in the history of the world but there were a bunch of fun things that happened during the American League’s 3-2 win, including every time they showed the view from the ump cam.

Seriously, this ump cam should become a thing that we get to see more often.

In case you missed it, the home plate ump had a camera on his mask and FOX would use those views to show us just how nasty some of the pitches were.

This slider by Miami’s Sandy Alcantara was one of those sick pitches and it just so happened to freeze Giancarlo Stanton, who was later named the game’s MVP, at the plate for strike three.

Check this out:

I mean, come on! We need more ump cams in every game.

Twitter loved it.

Sandy Alcantara deserved so much better than the Marlins’ offense against the Cardinals

He got deGrom’d. Again.

In case you thought Jacob deGrom was the only pitcher in the National League East who’s unreal performances are spoiled by an offense that can hardly muster a run, allow us to venture down to South Florida, where the Marlins’ Sandy Alcantara is owed a few apologies in the locker room today.

Alcantara faced his former St. Louis Cardinals team for the fourth time in his career on Wednesday night and absolutely dominated their lineup yet again. Despite throwing 27 pitches in the first inning, Alcantara finished with eight scoreless frames, six strikeouts, one walk and four hits allowed. Only one of those hits left the infield.

It was a masterclass. Except he was forced to hand the ball over to Anthony Bender in the ninth inning and promptly watched the reliever allow a two-run homer to Nolan Arenado to hand the Marlins a 2-0 loss. And somehow that’s not even the worst part for Alcantara.

No, the worst part is that this exact same thing just keeps happening against the Cardinals.

That is just astonishingly cruel and in no way does Alcantara deserve to have losses attached to his name after those outings.

In 27.1 innings, the Cardinals have only come up with 18 hits and three earned runs against 29 strikeouts when facing Alcantara. The Marlins lost those games by a scores of 4-2, 1-0, 4-1 and 2-0.

Granted, the Marlins are not a great team year in and year out. But they are averaging 3.64 runs per game in 2022—in other words, more than the Cardinals scored Wednesday. And when you’ve got a pitcher who clearly owns a specific opponent, you’ve got to do more to get on the scoreboard. Even Miami manager Don Mattingly agrees.

“It’s a shame,” Mattingly said. “You hate to waste one like that.”

And yet it just keeps happening. Welcome to the deGrom Club, Sandy. We’re so sorry you’re here.

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Marlins pitcher Sandy Alcantara wowed MLB fans with an obscene 95 mph changeup

A 95 MPH CHANGEUP!

If you’re judging purely on the basis a pitcher’s stuff, Marlins starter Sandy Alcantara is among the toughest players to face in the league.

His fastball consistently hits 100-plus mph. His sinker is in the high 90s. Oh, and he has a 95 mph changeup. Yes, a changeup.

The Reds’ Nick Castellanos got a chance to see it firsthand.

Alcantara, who basically proves how meaningless win-loss record is as a pitching statistic, went seven innings and struck out 11 in the Marlins’ 3-1 loss to the Reds on Sunday. During the sixth inning, Alcantara went right after the Reds star, targeting the inside corner on three straight pitches for a strikeout.

But we really need to focus on that final pitch of the at-bat … a 95 MPH CHANGEUP.

Florida Marlins vs. Atlanta Braves: NLDS Game 1 live stream, TV channel, start time, odds

The Florida Marlins will face the Atlanta Braves in Game 2 of the NLDS on Tuesday afternoon, stream all the MLB action here.

The Florida Marlins will meet the Atlanta Braves in Game 2 of the best-of-five National League Division Series on Wednesday afternoon.  The Braves were able to come back from a 4-1 deficit to take Game 1 from the Marlins by the score of 9-5.

Today, the Marlins are hoping for a better showing while they send Pablo Lopez to the mound.  The Braves will counter with Ian Anderson, he’ll be looking to shut down the Marlins offense early and often.

This should be a fantastic series to watch, and we’ll really see if Derek Jeter’s Marlis are for real.

Here is everything you need to know to follow the MLB action today!

Florida Marlins vs. Atlanta Braves

  • When: Wednesday, October 7
  • Time: 2:08 p.m. ET
  • TV Channel: FS1
  • Live Stream: fuboTV (watch for free)

NL Wild Card Schedule

All games at Minute Maid Park in Houston (*if necessary)

Game 1: Braves 9, Marlins 5

Game 2, Wednesday: Marlins at Braves, 2:08 p.m. ET

Game 3, Thursday: Braves at Marlins, 2:08 p.m. ET

Game 4*, Friday: Braves at Marlins, 2:08 p.m. ET

Game 5*, Saturday: Marlins at Braves, 4:08 p.m. ET

MLB Odds and Betting Lines

MLB odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds last updated Tuesday at 11:10 a.m. ET.

Florida Marlins (+190) vs. Atlanta Braves (-218)

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Miami Marlins at Philadelphia Phillies odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Friday’s Miami Marlins at Philadelphia Phillies sports betting odds and lines, with MLB betting picks, tips and best bets.

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The Miami Marlins visit the Philadelphia Phillies Friday at Citizens Bank Park for a 7:05 p.m. ET start. We analyze the Marlins-Phillies MLB betting odds and lines, with betting advice and tips around the matchup.

Marlins at Phillies: Projected starting pitchers

RHP Sandy Alcantara vs. RHP Aaron Nola

Alcantara in 2019: 6-14, 3.88 ERA in 32 starts.

  • 2019 vs Phillies: 2-1, 3.86 ERA in 3 starts.
  • Career vs Phillies: 3-1, 2.81 ERA in 4 starts.

Nola in 2019: 12-7, 3.87 ERA in 34 starts.

  • 2019 vs Marlins: 0-2, 2.08 ERA in 3 starts.
  • Career vs Marlins: 3-6, 3.28 ERA in 13 starts.

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Marlins at Phillies: Key injuries

(List of injuries around the league)

The Phillies dealt with their fair share of COVID-19 cases a few weeks ago, including closer Hector Neris and 2B Scott Kingery. They should be ready to roll for Opening Day, though, and both teams will be close to full strength.

Marlins

  • OF Lewis Brinson (illness) doubtful

Phillies

  • RP Seranthony Dominguez (elbow) out
  • OF Mikie Mahtook (positive COVID-19 test) out

Marlins at Phillies: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

MLB odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full list. Odds last updated at Friday at 8:30 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Phillies 4, Marlins 3

Moneyline (ML)

The MARLINS (+165) come into this game as underdogs, but stand a decent chance of pulling this one out with Alcantara on the mound. He thrived down the stretch in 2019, with a 2.78 ERA across his final 11 starts. A price of -189 on the Phillies is a little steep, even in their home park.

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Run line/Against the spread (ATS)

It’s probably best to AVOID this one altogether. The Marlins are a good bet to keep this one close, but taking the Moneyline, rather than +1.5 (-134), is probably the way to go. Meanwhile, the Phillies check in at -1.5 (+110), but look elsewhere for value.

Over/Under (O/U)

The UNDER 9 (-110) is the side to take here. This is a matchup of two strong pitchers, and one pretty weak offense in Miami. Both starters have fared well in the past against the team they’ll be facing today, and should continue that trend. Look for this game to be a rather low-scoring affair.

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