Marlins Trade RHP Garrett Acton to Twins

Miami receives minor league pitcher Logan Whitaker in exchange

Apr. 3, 2026 at 12:22am

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The Miami Marlins have traded right-handed pitcher Garrett Acton to the Minnesota Twins in exchange for minor league right-hander Logan Whitaker. Acton, 27, was recently designated for assignment by the Marlins to make room on the roster for a trade acquisition. Whitaker, 25, split the 2025 season between High-A and Double-A in the Twins' farm system.

Why it matters

This trade represents a minor roster move for both the Marlins and Twins as they look to bolster their pitching depth ahead of the upcoming season. Acton has limited major league experience, while Whitaker is a young prospect trying to work his way up the minor league ladder.

The details

Acton was recently designated for assignment by the Marlins after appearing in just two games for their Triple-A affiliate, where he tossed 2 1/3 scoreless innings with three strikeouts and one walk. He has made seven career MLB appearances, split between the Oakland Athletics (2023) and Tampa Bay Rays (2025), posting an 10.80 ERA in 6 2/3 innings. Whitaker, 25, split the 2025 season between High-A Cedar Rapids and Double-A Wichita in the Twins' system, going 4-0 with a 2.11 ERA across 25 relief appearances.

  • The trade was completed on Thursday, April 3, 2026.

The players

Garrett Acton

A 27-year-old right-handed pitcher who was recently designated for assignment by the Miami Marlins.

Logan Whitaker

A 25-year-old minor league right-handed pitcher in the Minnesota Twins' farm system, who split the 2025 season between High-A and Double-A.

Miami Marlins

The Major League Baseball team that traded Garrett Acton to the Minnesota Twins.

Minnesota Twins

The Major League Baseball team that acquired Garrett Acton from the Miami Marlins.

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The takeaway

This trade represents a minor roster move for both teams as they look to add pitching depth to their organizations. Acton has limited major league experience, while Whitaker is a young prospect trying to work his way up the minor league ladder.