Marlins to Activate All-Star Outfielder Kyle Stowers

Stowers set to make 2026 debut in series finale against Brewers

Apr. 18, 2026 at 7:04pm

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The Miami Marlins are preparing to activate All-Star outfielder Kyle Stowers from the injured list ahead of their series finale against the Milwaukee Brewers. Stowers, who missed the start of the season with a hamstring injury, has completed a rehab assignment and is ready to rejoin the Marlins' lineup.

Why it matters

Stowers' return is a major boost for the Marlins, who have struggled to a 9-11 start and sit four games behind the first-place Atlanta Braves in the NL East. The 28-year-old slugger was an All-Star in 2025 and provides a powerful bat in the middle of the order, as well as defensive versatility in the outfield and at first base.

The details

Stowers began the season on the injured list with a Grade 1 right hamstring strain that he initially suffered during spring training and later aggravated in March, delaying his recovery timeline. After completing a rehab assignment with Triple-A Jacksonville, where he worked to regain his timing at the plate and test his conditioning, Stowers has been cleared to rejoin the Marlins' roster.

  • Stowers is expected to make his 2026 debut on Sunday, April 19.
  • Stowers initially suffered the hamstring injury during spring training in March.

The players

Kyle Stowers

A 28-year-old All-Star outfielder for the Miami Marlins who missed the start of the 2026 season with a hamstring injury.

Clayton McCullough

The manager of the Miami Marlins.

Kevin Barral

A reporter who shared the Marlins' manager's update on Stowers' activation.

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What they’re saying

“Marlins manager Clayton McCullough said that they will activate Kyle Stowers tomorrow.”

— Clayton McCullough, Manager, Miami Marlins

What’s next

The Marlins will activate Stowers from the injured list ahead of their series finale against the Brewers on Sunday, April 19.

The takeaway

Stowers' return is a timely boost for the Marlins as they look to climb the standings in the NL East. His power bat and defensive versatility will provide an immediate impact, and his presence could help stabilize Miami's offense and spark a turnaround for the team.