The New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers are two of baseball's biggest spenders, and they're about to become two of its most interested spectators. Over the next few months, both teams will be keeping a close eye on one National League squad in particular, hoping for losses that could make a coveted award winner available on the trade market.

That player? Miami Marlins right-hander Sandy Alcántara. With both the Yankees and Dodgers dealing with injuries in their starting rotations, the demand for top-tier arms is rising. Alcántara, a former Cy Young winner, fits the bill perfectly—if he becomes available.

According to Jim Bowden of The Athletic, the Marlins' decision hinges entirely on their performance. "If the Marlins are in the playoff hunt, they’ll probably hold onto him, but if they drop out, I expect them to trade him with only a year remaining of team control (club option) after this season," Bowden wrote.

Right now, Miami isn't looking like a contender. But it's only May, and things can change quickly. If the Marlins falter, Alcántara could become the centerpiece of a bidding war between the two best teams in each league—a move that might just swing the World Series balance of power.

For fans of the Dodgers and Yankees, this is a storyline worth watching. A healthy Alcántara could be the missing piece for a championship run, and both front offices know it. So grab your favorite team gear, settle in, and keep an eye on the Marlins' standings—because every loss brings this potential blockbuster one step closer to reality.