Marlins All-Star OF Kyle Stowers out 3-4 weeks

Hamstring injury sidelines Marlins star player to start season

Mar. 22, 2026 at 11:25pm

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The Miami Marlins will be without All-Star outfielder Kyle Stowers for the first 3-4 weeks of the regular season due to a hamstring injury sustained during spring training.

Why it matters

Stowers is a key offensive contributor for the Marlins, making the All-Star team last season. His absence will be a significant blow to the team's lineup as they look to build on their playoff appearance in 2025.

The details

Stowers suffered the hamstring injury during a Grapefruit League game and will require several weeks of recovery and rehabilitation before rejoining the team. The Marlins will need to rely on their depth in the outfield to fill the void left by Stowers' absence.

  • Stowers suffered the hamstring injury during spring training in March 2026.
  • He is expected to miss the first 3-4 weeks of the 2026 regular season.

The players

Kyle Stowers

An All-Star outfielder for the Miami Marlins.

Miami Marlins

A professional baseball team based in Miami, Florida that competes in the National League of Major League Baseball.

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What’s next

The Marlins will need to determine the best way to fill Stowers' spot in the lineup during his absence, potentially looking to their bench or minor league system for reinforcements.

The takeaway

Injuries are an unavoidable part of professional sports, and the Marlins will need to demonstrate their depth and resilience to overcome the loss of their All-Star outfielder to start the season.