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MIAMI — Sandy Alcantara is back where he belongs: on top. The 2022 Cy Young Award winner tossed a complete game shutout Wednesday afternoon at loanDepot park, propelling the Marlins to their fifth win in six games to open the season. With the 10-0 win, the Marlins now have a plus-15 run differential on the season. “I’ve been through a lot, so today was such a special moment for me,” Alcantara said. In his second full season since returning from Tommy John surgery, the Marlins couldn’t have asked for a better start from their ace. Including his nine shutout innings against the White Sox on Wednesday, Alcantara has now thrown 16 innings this season without allowing an earned run. He’s scattered just seven hits while walking only two. Per Elias Sports Bureau, Alcantara’s 16-inning scoreless streak is the fourth-longest by a Marlins starter to open a season, trailing only Dontrelle Willis (24.0 IP in 2005 and 19.1 IP in 2004) and Josh Beckett (19 IP in 2005). In his Opening Day start, Alcantara was pulled after just 73 pitches through seven innings—something that left many disappointed. “My last outing, I was feeling it a little bit and they took me out of the game. I respect that decision, but today was my game, and it wasn’t going to happen today,” Alcantara said with a smile postgame. Alcantara was efficient from the outset, recording the first two outs of the game on just two pitches. From the fourth through ninth innings, he averaged fewer than 10 pitches per inning—when he’s at his best. “Being aggressive and never letting an inning get away from me was key. Plus, all of the great work we’ve put in the bullpen has been helping me a lot,” he added. Wednesday marked the 13th complete game and fifth shutout of his career. It had been nearly three years to the day since his last complete game shutout, which came on April 4, 2023 against the Minnesota Twins. It was also the first complete game shutout by a Marlin since Braxton Garrett on May 24, 2024. Since 2022, Alcantara has now thrown more complete games than several MLB teams have as a whole, including the Red Sox and Giants. Only three active MLB pitchers have at least 13 complete games: Justin Verlander, Chris Sale, and now Alcantara. Alcantara also noted postgame that he only shook off assistant pitching coach Rob Marcello “maybe three times,” crediting the staff for doing a great job with the game plan. The Dominican flamethrower’s battery mate, Liam Hicks, has also continued his absurdly impressive start to the campaign. Following a 3-for-4, four-RBI performance on Wednesday, the Canadian backstop now leads the majors with 12 runs batted in. “The at-bat quality is still there, and he’s being very selective in looking for pitches where he wants them,” manager Clayton McCullough said postgame. Hicks spent his offseason focused on weight training and improving his bat speed, and it’s already paying dividends. He has hit three home runs during the team’s opening homestand. For comparison, he hit just two home runs at loanDepot park all of last season. With the win, Miami improved to 5-1 on the season while Chicago fell to 1-5. The Marlins have an off-day on Thursday before they begin a three-game weekend series in the Bronx against the New York Yankees. Eury Pérez will face Will Warren in the team’s home opener.

MIAMI — It had been 3,565 days since right-handed pitcher Chris Paddack last appeared in a game for the Marlins organization. A year after being selected in the eighth round of the 2015 MLB Draft, Paddack was infamously dealt to the San Diego Padres in exchange for All-Star closer Fernando Rodney, who was sporting an incredible 0.31 ERA at the time. The hope was that the move would help propel the Marlins to their first postseason berth since 2003. Instead, Rodney posted a 5.89 ERA with Miami, the team fell short and declined his option for the following season, while Paddack went on to become a top-100 prospect and established big leaguer. Fast-forward a little more than a decade, Paddack has made 110 MLB starts over his seven-year big league career, one filled with ups and downs. His official Marlins debut on Monday night featured more of the latter, as he surrendered eight earned runs in Miami’s 9-4, series-opening loss to the Chicago White Sox—Miami’s first loss of the season. Paddack got off to a fast start, tossing two perfect innings with three strikeouts to begin his night. In the third, he recorded two quick outs after allowing a leadoff double to Everson Pereira. Pitching coach Daniel Moskos then made an early mound visit. Immediately after, Miguel Vargas drove in Pereira with an RBI single, and two batters later, Austin Hays launched a three-run home run to make it 4-0. "He got off to a really great start, and then a two-out bloop, a swinging bunt, and then Hays got a ball and elevated it for a home run,” Marlins manager Clayton McCullough said postgame. Despite the damage, Paddack was a victim of some tough luck throughout the outing, finishing with a 2.41 expected FIP on the night. “In this game, I try not to think about good versus bad luck, because there are times when guys line out at 110 mph off the bat, and then there are those 65 mph swinging bunts, so it evens itself out over the course of the year,” Paddack said postgame. “I thought they put together some really good at-bats, and after I executed our game plan well early, they made some pretty good adjustments that caused me to not be as convicted with my changeup.” The knockout blow came in the fourth inning, when Vargas struck again—this time with a grand slam to extend the lead to 8-0. The eight earned runs tied a franchise record for the most ever allowed by a pitcher making his Marlins debut (also done by Elih Villanueva in 2011). Paddack's final line: 4 IP, 8 H, 8 ER, 6 SO, 0 BB. “Following a start like this, I usually write down all the negative thoughts—everything bad that happened—on a piece of paper, then I rip it up and throw it in the trash,” Paddack added. “The beauty of pitch design here with the Marlins is that I get to go compete against my guys again in three days.” Paddack's next start will come on Sunday in the Bronx against the New York Yankees. "If you let something like this affect the next four days, you think those guys in New York will feel sorry for me? No. so you have to get back on the saddle and stay within your routine," the $4 million free agent added. The right-hander also mentioned some positives from Monday's outing, referencing the swing-and-miss he generated on his new sweeper. He also didn't allow a walk. Offensively, Liam Hicks got Miami on the board with his second home run of the season. That gives the Marlins three total home runs so far, all coming from members of Team Canada’s World Baseball Classic roster. Hicks and Jakob Marsee later added RBI singles to keep things respectable, but it wasn’t enough, as Miami suffered its first loss of the 2026 season. Miami fell to 3-1 while the White Sox earned their first win of the season. Janson Junk will make his season debut on Tuesday against Erick Fedde. First pitch is scheduled for 6:40 pm.

Whether you're an out-of-towner visiting loanDepot park (née Marlins Park) and looking for tips, or you're a local who wants to make sure you're getting the most out of your experience at this ballpark, we've got you covered. Every hidden nook, cranny, and secret value is in here. This comprehensive guide will walk you through every step of the loanDepot park experience but should you have additional recommendations or suggestions, please use the comment section found below this article. Enjoy and have a great time at the ballpark! Table of Contents (click to jump to section) loanDepot park Facts and Specs 2026 Promotional Giveaways loanDepot park Parking and Transportation loanDepot park Entrances Best Food At loanDepot park Best Bars At loanDepot park loanDepot park FAQs loanDepot park Facts and Specs Address: 501 Marlins Way, Miami, FL 33125 Opened: April 4, 2012 Capacity: 37,442 Dimensions: LF: 344 ft LCF: 384 ft CF: 400 ft RCF: 387 ft RF: 335 ft Wall heights: LF foul pole to halfway along home bullpen: 12 feet Halfway along bullpen to end of Recess Sports Lounge: 7 feet End of Recess Sports Lounge to the deepest part of CF: 12 feet The deepest part of CF to halfway along the visitors' bullpen: 9 feet Halfway along visitor’s bullpen to end of bullpen: 12 feet End of visitor’s bullpen to RF foul pole: 7 feet 2026 Promotional Giveaways - March 27 (Opening Day): First 25,000 fans receive a Kyle Stowers bobblehead and first 10,000 receive a 2026 magnet schedule - March 29: First 10,000 fans receive a reversible Marlins bucket hat - April 19: First 10,000 fans receive a Marlins basketball jersey - May 3: First 10,000 fans receive a captain's hat - May 10 (Mother's Day): First 5,000 moms in attendance receive a Mother's Day clutch - June 20 (Flanigan's Fest): First 10,000 fans receive a Flanigan's/Marlins cup - June 21 (Father's Day): First 10,000 fans receive a throwback dad hat - July 12: First 10,000 kids in attendance receive a Billy the Marlin shoulder plush - July 27: First 10,000 fans receive a Javier Sanoja Gold Glove bobblehead - August 9: First 5,000 kids in attendance receive a lunchbox - August 23: First 10,000 fans receive an Agustín Ramírez "Gus Bus" bobblehead - September 6: First 10,000 fans receive a Josh Beckett bobblehead - September 13: First 10,000 fans receive a Dontrelle Willis bobblehead - September 27: First 10,000 fans receive a 2027 magnet schedule loanDepot park Parking and Transportation On-Site Parking loanDepot park is home to four parking garages located on the North and South sides of the ballpark and six surface lots located on the East and West sides of the ballpark, each operated in a free flow parking model. Event attendees parking at the ballpark will use their vehicle’s license plate as their credential for parking. Vehicles will not be validated at the entrance to parking facilities through payment collection or parking pass scan. Instead, all cars will enter a parking garage or surface lot, subject to availability, and proceed to an available parking spot. Event attendees will then pay and register their vehicle’s license plate via the PayByPhone App using the garage-specific identification code found on surrounding signage. During the game, vehicles will be validated based on the registration status of their license plate. Parking rates are dynamically priced and can be reviewed for the 2024 season in the Prepaid Parking section of this page. A prepaid parking pass is the only method to guarantee on-site parking for Marlins home games at loanDepot park (see below for more information). Although not guaranteed, attendees wishing to park in a certain garage are encouraged to arrive early—parking spaces are not preassigned. Miami Police Department will direct cars to the garage that best supports traffic conditions during peak ingress times. For marquee games, on-site parking is limited and spaces will be occupied on a first-come, first-serve basis. If you elect to drive to the ballpark, plan to arrive early. Heavy congestion around the ballpark should be expected and factored into commute times. Additional Parking Information All parking areas offer a full complement of ADA accessible spaces. Marlins Members reserved parking is available in the Home Plate Garage (1502 NW 7th Street) and Third Base Garage (1402 NW 7th Street) on a first-come first-serve basis. Prepaid Parking The Marlins are excited to provide fans with an easy way to pre-book a parking spot before driving to the game through their preferred partner, ParkWhiz. A prepaid parking pass is the only method to guarantee on-site parking for Marlins home games at loanDepot park. Use the widget HERE to review parking rates and reserve on-site general parking or bus parking prior to your visit. Parking varies in price from $11 to $36. Valet Parking Valet parking is only available at the Home Plate Garage located on the north side of the ballpark. Valet will open 2.5 hours prior to First Pitch each game. Arrive to the corner of NW 7th St. and NW 15th. Ave and follow the appropriate Valet Parking directional signage to the correct destination. Once at the garage entrance, showcase and scan your blue Valet Parking Pass in the MLB Ballpark app. Parking staff will digitally log your information and you will receive a text link that you can utilize to request and retrieve your vehicle upon departure from the game. The Marlins ask that you only request your vehicle upon exiting the ballpark. Valet Parking varies in price from $30 to $45 and must be purchased in advance HERE. Garages and Surface Lots LoanDepot Park features four parking garages and six surface lots around the ballpark. Knowing which garage/lot allows you to drive to/from the direction you need or want is important, as not all garages and lots allow you to leave in all directions. (Maps are below) Fans wishing to travel east from the ballpark on 836 E and/or I-95 N/S towards Downtown Miami and points north and east must park in either the Center Field Garage, Third Base Garage, or the East Surface Lots. Fans wishing to travel west from the ballpark on 836 W towards 826 N/S, Florida's Turnpike Homestead Extension, and points north and west must park in the Home Plate Garage. Fans wishing to travel west from the ballpark on surface streets must park in the Home Plate Garage, Third Base Garage, or the West Surface Lots. Fans wishing to travel South from the ballpark on surface streets must park in the First Base Garage or the West Surface Lots. Brightline Coming from Aventura, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach or Orlando? Book a HOME RUNNER train to the game - skip traffic and parking - start the party early with Brightline! Get to home plate with HOME RUNNER trains and complimentary shuttle service. Fans can ride down to Brightline MiamiCentral Station and enjoy complimentary round trip shuttle service to and from loanDepot park included with your HOME RUNNER train ticket. Look for the HOME RUNNER Icon when booking. Shuttles depart the station 10 minutes after train arrivals to get you to the games. Return shuttles to depart 45 minutes before Home Runner Train times. Guests can find our Pickup & Dropoff Zone at loanDepot park’s East Lot 1 surface lot (address: 1380 NW 6th St., Miami, FL 33125) Get the VIP treatment with Brightline PREMIUM fares with complimentary food and drinks, access to our PREMIUM lounge, priority boarding, and much more. Don’t forget the pre-game with cocktails, beer, and bites at Mary Mary Bar in Brightline stations. Ride city to city in just 30 minutes and arrive at Brightline MiamiCentral Station at 600 NW 1st Ave, just 10 minutes away from the park. Book your train and get to home plate at www.GoBrightline.com. Tri-Rail NOTE: Tri-Rail is in talks with the Marlins about the possibility of running extra services for Marlins games. Nothing has been decided yet. Tri-Rail is a commuter rail line between Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties. It can be used along with Metrobus connections to Miami Central Station to get to/from LoanDepot Park for most games. It can not be used to return from night games, as the last northbound train leaves Miami before 10:00 PM. Only trains listed with an X in the train number will have a connection to Miami Central Station. The rest only take you to the Miami Airport Station. You can take Metrobus Route 7A from the Airport Station if you so desire. Fans can also utilize Miami-Dade Transit MetroBus route 7/7A to get from MiamiCentral Station to LoanDepot Park. (More information on buses below.) NOTE: Tickets ARE checked on Brightline shuttle buses. Metrorail The Metrorail system is a 25-mile dual track heavy rail metro line that provides service to Miami International Airport (MIA) and runs from Kendall through South Miami, Coral Gables, and downtown Miami to the Civic Center/Jackson Memorial Hospital area and Brownsville, Liberty City, Hialeah, and Medley in northwest Miami-Dade. Fans wishing to utilize Metrorail to travel to/from LoanDepot Park can do so in a multitude of ways, involving a transfer at one of two different locations to either the Metrobus or the City of Miami Trolley. (Details for those below.) Fans traveling from stations north of Civic Center should take the train south to Civic Center and transfer to either Metrobus Route 12 or the Stadium Route of the City of Miami Trolley southbound towards the stadium. Fans traveling from stations south of Historic Overtown/Lyric Theatre should take the train north to either Government Center or Historic Overtown/Lyric Theatre and transfer to Metrobus routes 7, 7A, 11, 208, or 211 in the westbound direction towards the stadium. City of Miami Trolley The Trolley is a free service with multiple routes throughout the City of Miami. The Trolleys DO NOT run on Sundays or late at night, so it is not recommended for use on Sundays or after late-night games. The Stadium Route runs in a loop between the Civic Center area and the ballpark. The Little Havana route runs in a loop around Little Havana. loanDepot park Entrances Four main entrances to LoanDepot Park match the four parking garages around the ballpark. Tickets are not scanned at the perimeter fence. Additionally, multiple special entrances grant you access to certain ballpark areas. NOTE: Not all main entrances are handicap accessible. Marlins Member doors open 2.5 hours before first pitch at the Third Base Entrance on Fridays and Saturdays ONLY Premium doors open 2 hours before first pitch All gates open 90 minutes before first pitch Marlins Member Express Entrance located at the Gate 1 Home Plate Entrance. Perimeter Fence Gates West Plaza: Gate 1: Member Express lane. Gate 2: Exit Only. Gate 3: Entrance from Felo Ramirez Drive at the Home Plate Garage. Gate 4: Entrance from Marlins Way at West Surface Lots. Gate 5: Entrance from the corner of Marlins Way and Bobby Maduro Drive at the First Base Garage. Gate 6: Exit Only. Gate 7: Exit Only. Gate 8: Media and Staff Only. East Plaza: Gate 9: Entrance from the corner of Orange Bowl Way and Bobby Maduro Drive at the Center Field Garage. Gate 10: Exit Only. Gate 11: Entrance from the corner of Orange Bowl Way and Felo Ramirez Drive at the Third Base Garage. Gate 12: Exit Only. Gate 13: Staff Only. Main Entrances Home Plate Entrance Located inside the West Plaza perimeter fence (Gates 1-8) on the NorthWest corner of the ballpark. Escalators and stairs up to the Promenade Level (Sections 1-40, 134-141) behind Section 15. Additional escalators up to the Lexus Legends Level (Sections 201-228, S15-42) behind Section S25 and Vista Level (Sections 302-327) behind Section 313. NOT ACCESSIBLE First Base Entrance Located inside the West Plaza perimeter fence (Gates 1-8) on the SouthWest corner of the ballpark. Helix ramps up to the Promenade Level (Sections 1-40, 134-141) behind Section 5, Lexus Legends Level (Sections 201-228, S15-42) behind Section 205, and Vista Level (Sections 302-327) behind Section 305. ACCESSIBLE RAMP Center Field Entrance Located inside the East Plaza perimeter fence (Gates 9-13) on the SouthEast corner of the ballpark. Large curving staircase up to the Promenade Level (Sections 1-40, 134-141) behind Section 34 and underneath Section 136. NOT ACCESSIBLE Third Base Entrance Located inside the East Plaza perimeter fence (Gates 9-13) on the NorthEast corner of the ballpark. Stairs, Escalators, and Elevators up to the Promenade Level (Sections 1-40, 134-141) behind Section 27, Lexus Legends Level (Sections 201-228, S15-42) behind Section 228, and Vista Level (Sections 302-327) behind Section 327. FULLY ACCESSIBLE Special Entrances First Base Dugout Club Entrance Located inside the West Plaza perimeter fence (Gates 1-8) between the First Base Main Entrance and the Marlins Team Store. Access to tunnel to lower rows of Sections 4-10 and Sections FL1-3. Elevators up to the Promenade Level (Sections 1-40, 134-141) behind Section 7, Lexus Legends Level (Sections 201-228, S15-42) behind Section 207, and Vista Level (Sections 302-327) behind Section 307. FULLY ACCESSIBLE Bobby Maduro Entrance Located outside the perimeter fence at the corner of Bobby Maduro Drive and NW 15th Ave. Access to seats next to the visitor's bullpen. Elevators up to the Promenade Level (Sections 1-40, 134-141) behind Section 1, Lexus Legends Level (Sections 201-228, S15-42) behind Section 201, and Vista Level (Sections 302-327) behind Section 302. PNC Club Entrance Located outside the perimeter fence on the north side of the ballpark near the corner of Felo Ramirez Drive and NW 15th Ave. Access to the PNC Club and Sections FL4-8. Elevators up to the Promenade Level (Sections 1-40, 134-141) behind Section 19, Suite Level (Sections S1-14) behind Section S14, Lexus Legends Level (Sections 201-228, S15-42) behind Section 219, and Vista Level (Sections 302-327) behind Section 320. FULLY ACCESSIBLE Humana Cabana Entrance Located outside the perimeter fence on the north side of the ballpark between Gate 13 and the North Ticket Office on Felo Ramirez Drive. Access to tunnel to lower rows of Sections 19-25 and FL9-11. PARTIALLY ACCESSIBLE Recess Sports Lounge Located inside the East Plaza perimeter fence (Gates 9-13) between the Third Base Entrance and the Center Field Entrance. Access to the Recess Sports Lounge. PARTIALLY ACCESSIBLE Best Food at loanDepot park 3o5 Menu The 3o5 Menu returns, delivering ballpark favorites at fan-friendly pricing! $3 Menu Items: Hot Dogs Nachos Popcorn 16oz Pepsi Soft Drink 16oz Aquafina Water $5 Menu Items: Pretzel Bites 12oz Packaged Domestic Beer The full 3o5 Menu will be available at Familia Faves (Section 36), D’Town Faves (Section 210) & FanFeast (Section 314). The 3o5 Menu is only available during Miami Marlins home games. Mobile Food Ordering loanDepot park now offers fans the option to order food & beverage on your mobile device from select concession locations (see map above for participating locations). Place an order from the comfort of your own seat. Then just pick-up your meal from the concession location once it’s ready. To access mobile food ordering, open the Ballpark app or scan one of the dedicated QR codes posted around the ballpark to view all available options. Concession Stands The Change Up (Section 1) A Chef curated rotating menu concept that serves a variety of unique cuisine options throughout the season Kosher Portable (Section 3) Kosher Hot Dogs and Hamburgers available, as well as Snacks. Open throughout the season with exception of home games that fall on Fridays and Saturdays. Dippin' Dots (Sections 3 & 34) A fun spin on traditional Ice Cream, as well as specialty Popcorn varietals Top Dog (Section 4) Classic ballpark Hot Dogs and Chicken Tenders Fowl Pole (Section 5) Serving up all things Chicken, including Hot Chicken and Crispy Chicken Sandwiches, Chicken Tenders, and our Buffalo Chicken Fries Bucket! MIA BBQ (Section 7) Smokehouse inspired Southern flavors, featuring Hickory Slow Smoked Pork Nachos, Shredded Pork Sandwich, and BBQ Hot Dog, as well as Banana Pudding to bring it all home. Oppo Taco (Section 8) This stand brings Tex-Mex to the baseline. Fresh Mexican cuisine with four different types of Tacos and our unique Chilaquiles Nachos. Diamond Dough Pizza (Sections 10, 226 & 307) A pizza perfection in every bite. Choose from a variety of delicious personal pizza options loaded with flavor - cheese, pepperoni, and mushroom & veggie. Kimberly's Frozen Treats (Sections 11 & 34) Frozen lemonades. Sushi Market (Section 11) Sushi rolls & poke bowls. Obie's (Section 13) A tribute to the Miami Orange Bowl and its official mascot, serving up ballpark favorites. Pardon My Cheesesteak (Section 13) Gourmet cheesesteaks and grilled sausage. Biscayne Bay Brew Hall (Section 14) A unique social experience for fans attending Marlins games as well as non-baseball events. Fans can enjoy a lineup of great beers including the signature Miami Marlins Lager. Arepara by P.A.N. (Section 18) Freshly pressed Carne Mechada, Polo Guisado and Cheddar Cheese Arepas. Beisbowl (Section 18) Fresh rice bowls with a variety of proteins & complimenting sauces Sliderz (Section 19) This stand will deliver a genuine Smash Burger Concept, featuring Single / Double / Triple Smash Burgers, Sliders, Chicken Tenders and Waffle Fries. Dare you take on the Triple Smash?! Heavy Hitters (Section 23) This stand features Floridian-inspired, heavy hitting ballpark favorites. Grab a traditional ballpark dog or venture into uncharted waters with our cooked gator accoutrements. Walk-Off Market (Section 24) At this grab-and-go market, enjoy hot dogs, cheeseburgers, flatbread pizzas, chicken tenders, and all your favorite quick bites and beverages—fresh, hot, and ready when you are. Intentional Wok (Section 25) This stand features a fusion of traditional and modern Asian cuisine, including Dumplings, Fried Rice, Bao Buns, Orange Chicken Bites & Thai Doughnut / Ice Cream desserts. Billy’s Bites (Section 34) This stand caters to a kid-friendly menu for our younger fans, featuring hot dogs, pizza, pretzels, ice cream, and other sweets. Kids combos are also available. Islas Canarias Coffee Counter (Section 34) Get your fix of croquettes, empanadas and Americano/Cuban coffee. Familia Faves (Section 36) Serving up ballpark classics and home of the 3o5 value menu ($3 or $5 menu options) and footlong hot dog. Street Dawgz (Section 39) Ballpark franks with attitude Batter'd Up (Section 40) Hand-breaded chicken tenders, chicken sandwiches, and fries La Cocina presented by Goya (Section 40) Like eating at Abuela's house, Caribbean-inspired food and home of the famous Cubano Gigante (three-foot Cuban Sandwich) Shortstop Grab N' Go Markets (Sections 6, 11, 14, 20 & 26) Don’t want to miss the game and need something quick?! Run into a Shortstop Market for alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, snacks, candy and select cold & hot foods. SuViche (Section 210) New in 2026, serving a vibrant fusion restaurant that blends Japanese and Peruvian flavors, known for its fresh sushi rolls, ceviche, and creative small plates in a lively, modern setting. Los Verdes (Section 220) New in 2026, offering bold, Latin-inspired comfort food featuring savory meats, loaded fries, and flavorful house-made sauces that deliver a rich, satisfying bite every time. Snack Shack (Sections 304 & 323) Popcorn, Candy, Snacks and Beverages Burger 305 (Sections 310 & 321) Featuring fan Favorites such as Burgers, Hot Dogs & Chicken Tenders FanFeast (Sections 314-315) Serving up Ballpark Classics and home of the 3o5 value menu ($3 or $5 menu options) Best Bars at loanDepot park Sip Shine Portable (Section 2) Canned and frozen flavored Moonshine Cerveza La Tropical Portable (Section 7) Local Beer lineup from Cerveza La Tropical, as well as Liquor / Cocktails Tito's Handmade Vodka Portable (Section 13) Beer, Liquor, Canned Cocktails & Seltzers Chido Portable (Section 14) Tequilla Canned Cocktails, Beer & liquor Biscayne Bay Brew Hall (Section 14) Beer, Liquor, Canned Cocktails & Seltzers Frozen Drinks Portable (Section 18) Frozen Drinks and Cocktails Bar Portables (Sections 21 & 40) Beer, Liquor, Canned Cocktails & Seltzers Biscayne Bay Brewing Portable (Section 24) Local Beer lineup from Biscayne Bay Brewing, as well as Liquor / Cocktails JR's Bar (Section 29) Beer, Liquor, Canned Cocktails & Seltzers Budweiser Bar (Section 32) Beer, Liquor, Canned Cocktails & Seltzers Bacardi Bar (Section 37) Beer, Liquor, Canned Cocktails & Seltzers Club Bars (Sections 201, 211, 219, 223, 311 & 317) Beer, Liquor, Canned Cocktails & Seltzers Payment Options Concession locations only accept electronic payments. Cash is not accepted at bars, portables, or stand locations. loanDepot park FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) Can I access the rest of the ballpark from the Recess Sports Lounge? Yes, a staircase leads up to the Promenade level behind AutoNation Alley. Can I bring a bag with me? Clear bags ONLY. Can I bring musical Instruments with me? Yes, see list below regarding permissible and prohibited and prohibited instruments.

With only seven days and four Grapefruit League games to go until Miami Marlins baseball begins its 34th regular season, it’s time for one final Opening Day roster prediction. There have been a few notable changes since Kevin Barral's mid-spring projection. These are the 26 men who I expect to break camp with the big league club on March 27. Position Players Starting nine: Agustín Ramírez (C), Christopher Morel (1B), Xavier Edwards (2B), Connor Norby (3B), Otto Lopez (SS), Kyle Stowers (LF), Jakob Marsee (CF), Owen Caissie (RF), Heriberto Hernández (DH) Bench: Esteury Ruiz (OF), Javier Sanoja (UTIL), Liam Hicks (C/1B), Graham Pauley (INF) Stowers (hamstring) and Pauley (forearm) are both expected to be fully recovered and ready for Opening Day, manager Clayton McCullough said. Nevertheless, with left-hander Kyle Freeland starting the season opener for the Colorado Rockies, I expect Connor Norby to be in the lineup and manning third base. As of late, Norby has been swinging a hot bat, going the other way frequently and raising his spring batting average to .316 (he has yet to draw a walk, however). After positive showings for Team Canada in the World Baseball Classic, Otto Lopez and Owen Caissie returned to big league camp with confidence. Lopez will be the everyday shortstop, while Caissie is expected to see most of his reps against right-handed pitching. Despite Ruiz’s dreadful spring at the plate, it still feels like he has an inside track to break camp. He offers a right-handed bat in a mostly left-handed-hitting outfield. Additionally, he’s the only other player on the projected roster who can play center field. Sanoja could handle it in a pinch, but the Marlins prefer him in the infield. The four Marlins who I consider to be true everyday players are Edwards, Ramírez, Lopez and Marsee. Just missed: Griffin Conine In a vacuum, it's hard to deny that Conine is more deserving of a big league job than Ruiz. Unfortunately for him, his skill set may be redundant on the Marlins to begin the season, as Stowers and Caissie are expected to lock down the two corner outfield spots. Pitchers Starting Rotation: Sandy Alcantara, Eury Pérez, Chris Paddack, Max Meyer, Janson Junk Bullpen: Pete Fairbanks, Calvin Faucher, Lake Bachar, Anthony Bender, John King, Cade Gibson, Michael Petersen, Tyler Phillips The first four spots in the rotation are essentially locked up. The fifth spot was a battle between Junk and Garrett. Even before the Marlins made it official, I foresaw the job ultimately going to Junk. The right-hander is out of minor league options, which worked in his favor. The six bullpen “locks” I identify are Fairbanks, Faucher, Gibson, Bender, King, and Phillips. Bachar suffers from inconsistent control. However, he’s missing plenty of bats and provided some pivotal outs for Miami last season. Petersen, who opted to forego the World Baseball Classic to focus on making the team, has also had a strong spring (3.52 ERA in 7 ⅔ innings). Just missed: Andrew Nardi, Braxton Garrett As McCullough explained on Friday, Garrett has "worked his butt off to get back. He's put in a lot of time to get himself healthy, was throwing the ball well this spring and just felt like to start the year that we had a five that I wanted to go with." Nardi has looked sharp in his return to competitive games after missing the entire 2026 season. Still, I expect Miami to ease him back in by starting him either in extended spring training or with Triple-A Jacksonville.

MIAMI—Sandy Alcantara found himself in an unfamiliar setting prior to his start on Wednesday night in Miami. While the Dominican Republic was set to face off against Venezuela in his home ballpark in Little Havana, Alcantara warmed up in the visiting bullpen at loanDepot park—something he had only done once before: during his start in the World Baseball Classic in 2023, which also came against Venezuela. Despite an uneven outing from Alcantara, the Dominican Republic lineup did what it has done all tournament long—show off the “plátano power.” By the end of Wednesday night’s marquee pool play matchup, the Dominicans added four more home runs to their tally, bringing their tournament total to 13. The most home runs hit by a team in a single Classic is 14, set by Mexico in 2009, according to Sarah Langs. Several members of the Marlins organization were also in attendance to watch Miami’s ace take the mound. Manager Clayton McCullough was joined by players Esteury Ruiz, Eury Pérez, Xavier Edwards, Christopher Morel, Deyvison De Los Santos and Ronny Henriquez at loanDepot park for the matchup. In front of a boisterous, sold-out crowd in Miami, the “visiting” Dominicans got off to an electric start in the top of the first inning. Outfielder Juan Soto launched a mammoth two-run shot, sending the DR fans into a frenzy. The home run was the first of two allowed by Venezuelan starter Eduardo Rodríguez. Given early run support, Alcantara was unable to deliver a shutdown inning in the bottom half of the frame. Following a single by Maikel García and a walk to Luis Arraez, Willson Contreras delivered an RBI single to cut the Dominican lead in half. As they have throughout the tournament, the Dominican lineup answered with more fireworks in the third inning. All-Star Ketel Marte crushed a 403-foot solo shot to restore the two-run lead. Later in the inning, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. followed with a two-run homer to give the DR a 4-1 advantage. Alcantara ran into trouble during what would be his final inning of work. After issuing a leadoff walk to division rival Ronald Acuña Jr., the Dominican right-hander surrendered back-to-back doubles, allowing two more runs to score for Venezuela. Alcantara’s final line: 3 IP, 5 H, 3 ER, 2 BB, 3 SO on 44 pitches (28 strikes)—a stat line strikingly similar to his lone previous WBC start on March 11, 2023. “I thought he threw the ball well,” Dominican manager Albert Pujols said postgame. “I think the early run support let him breathe a little bit, but he unfortunately ran into a little bit of trouble in the third.” The right-hander told reporters postgame that he plans to be available for his country in whichever way they may need him. “I’ll be available to start or relieve, you name it,” Alcantara said. “We are here for one cause: to represent our country, the Dominican Republic...I’m here.” Fortunately for Miami’s ace, the Dominican offense continued to provide breathing room. In the top of the fourth inning, Fernando Tatis Jr. joined in on the fun, crushing his second homer of the tournament—a three-run shot that extended the DR lead to 7-3. The score held until the ninth inning, when Venezuela made things interesting. Three consecutive walks issued by Abner Uribe brought the tying run to the plate in the form of Arraez, who lifted a sacrifice fly to trim the deficit to three. Moments later, Contreras chopped a ball toward new pitcher Elvis Alvarado, who misfired a throw into center field. The error cut the lead to 7-5 and brought the potential winning run to the plate with just one out. However, Salvador Pérez grounded into a game-ending double play to seal the victory for the Dominican Republic. The Dominicans finish atop Pool D and will face South Korea in the quarterfinals on Friday night. Venezuela, the runner-up in the group, will take on defending champion Japan on Saturday night.

In the second Fish Unfiltered episode of the AJ Ramos era, the former Miami Marlins closer, Isaac Azout and Kevin Barral reflect on Tommy Hutton's brilliant broadcasting career. Recording live from loanDepot park, Kevin sets the stage for what to expect when Pool D action begins on Friday. AJ relives the invitations that he received to represent Mexico in past tournaments and the guys give an overview of which Marlins players are participating this time around. You can find Fish Unfiltered and Fish On First LIVE on the Fish On First YouTube channel, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever else you get your pods. Catch up on more pod episodes from earlier this week: Which Marlins could win the World Baseball Classic? (Fish Unfiltered) Sandy and Snelling shove, plus Marlins Spring Breakout player pool (FOF LIVE)

JUPITER—The Miami Marlins believe Adam Mazur can be a long-term starter, but he made just six appearances for the big league club in 2025, posting a 4.80 ERA. Unsatisfied with those mixed results, the right-hander focused this offseason on adding good weight to his tall, lengthy frame. Following his start on Monday afternoon, Mazur said he added 15–20 pounds of muscle over the offseason thanks to consistent work in the gym and 1,000-calorie protein shakes every morning, along with regular meals throughout the day. "Hopefully that’ll help me stay healthy throughout the year.” Although Mazur faces an uphill battle to crack the Marlins Opening Day roster, the fact that he already occupies a 40-man roster spot could get him up to Miami relatively early in the season. It's a similar situation for Joe Mack, who was behind the plate for Mazur's two hitless frames against the St. Louis Cardinals. “Love him. Getting time with him last year in Jacksonville was great. He’s a great catcher, great guy, and I love spending time with him,” Mazur added. “He reads pitchers well. If he knows a guy is missing on one side or the other, he can set up differently. He’s got a great feel for the team and a rocket of an arm back there, so it’s always nice to have.” Mack raved about Mazur postgame, telling reporters that “he looked really, really good today. You can tell he put in a lot of work in the offseason, especially in pitch design." After being charged with a catcher’s interference in the first inning, Mack made up for it with a stellar pickoff in the second, firing an 87.1 mph dart to first base from his knees. “We try to work on back picks at least once or twice a game, and we noticed they were being a little lazy getting back to the bag. I was given a sign and made the throw,” he said. With catcher Liam Hicks (Canada) and Agustín Ramírez (Dominican Republic) away representing their respective countries in the World Baseball Classic, Mack will have an opportunity to show he’s ready for the next step. “Having that runway of playing time will be huge for him,” Marlins manager Clayton McCullough said postgame. “He was in big league camp a bit last year, and with him getting to Triple-A last season, he’ll be a guy everyone should certainly watch.” While Ramírez and Hicks are projected to be the tandem on Opening Day, Mack is expected to be an early call-up, providing continuity and strong defense behind the plate in 2026 and beyond. News and notes - Josh Ekness, the 27th-ranked prospect according to Fish On First, turned in his best outing of the spring, tossing a perfect inning with two strikeouts. He topped out at 98 mph. - Free-agent addition John King recorded his third scoreless outing of the spring and is expected to serve as Miami’s highest-leverage left-handed reliever. - Prospects Josh White and Nigel Belgrave struggled, combining to allow all three runs scored by St. Louis. Belgrave surrendered the walk-off hit in the ninth after yielding a hit and hitting a batter. - Top prospects Dillon Lewis and Kemp Alderman each squared the ball up twice Monday, with Alderman launching his first home run of the spring. The power-hitting reigning Marlins Minor League Player of the Year is expected to debut sometime in 2026. - The Marlins will face Team Israel on Tuesday afternoon, with Braxton Garrett scheduled to start.