MIAMI (CBSMiami/AP) — It’s seems like a recurring theme, but the Miami Marlins may be losing their best player. Again.
The agent for catcher J.T. Realmuto says his client has informed the Marlins he won’t sign a long-term contract, increasing the likelihood the team will trade yet another All-Star.
The Marlins have said they’d like a lengthy deal with Realmuto, but they’re coming off their ninth consecutive losing season and in a rebuilding phase that will probably continue for several years. Realmuto doesn’t become eligible for free agency until after the 2020 season and would command a considerable return in a trade.