Free agent infielder Billy Butler would be a fit with the Marlins, FanRag Sports’ Jon Heyman speculates, but it’s unlikely the club has room for Butler on its bench.
The Marlins seem adamant about carrying an extra bullpen arm (13 of them) this season and as a result won’t have a deep bench to work with. However, Butler likely would have proven to be an intriguing platoon partner for Justin Bour at first base.
Manager Don Mattingly and Miami’s front office have made clear Bour will receive a fair share of at-bats against left-handed pitchers.