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Marlins Exercise Alcantara Option; King Departs Padres, Bichette Stays with Mets

Marlins Exercise Alcantara Option; King Departs Padres, Bichette Stays with Mets
World Sports · 18:56:17 - Saturday, 31 October 2026

The Miami Marlins have exercised their contract option on pitcher Sandy Alcantara, while the San Diego Padres saw a player named King depart, and the New York Mets retained Bo Bichette, according to multiple reports on Friday.

The moves were confirmed on October 30, 2026, as Major League Baseball teams continue shaping their rosters for the upcoming season. Alcantara, a key starter for Miami, will remain with the club under the exercised option. The Padres' loss of King and the Mets' retention of Bichette highlight the ongoing player movement across the league.

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