Through all of the dysfunction, disappointments and injuries that have derailed the 2022 Marlins season, Sandy Alcantara continues to amaze. He is distinguishing himself as the National League's most valuable pitcher and leaving award voters little choice but to recognize him with the Cy Young award.

After reflecting on how the Sandy-less Marlins got swept at home by the Braves (6:00), Ely Sussman looks forward to the ace's return to the mound and his Cy Young pursuit (18:15), including his main challengers and projected pitching schedule, plus what the significance would be of him becoming Miami's first-ever Cy Young winner.

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