It’s not like Miami Marlins fans haven’t heard this before. When will the organization trade a veteran with a high-priced salary to make room for a minor league prospect with loads of talent? In this case, the idea of trading second baseman Starlin Castro isn’t but “if” the team will make a deal this season, it becomes more of a matter of “when” it’s going to happen.
Castro is the forgotten puzzle piece in the trade that sent outfielder Giancarlo Stanton to New York last season. The Marlins have praised their minor leaguers and their development, but the shine of how Castro has once again performed on a roster underdeveloped and at least two seasons away from contending has been unspoken.