Firesale and talk of “blowing it up” has plagued the Miami Marlins all season. After getting off to slow start in the second month of the year, they’ve been the subject of endless trade scrutiny. That hasn’t slowed as the season enters it’s final chapter.
Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald recently reported that the incoming ownership group led by Derek Jeter intends to cut payroll significantly. According to the report, into the $50 million range if they trade Stanton, into the $80-85 million range if they keep him.
With the young talent they have on hand, that’s enough to build a playoff team in Miami.