The Marlins are very likely to trade J.T. Realmuto, it seems, and who could blame them? With a dearth of quality catchers available across Major League Baseball and teams with deep farm systems already eager to negotiate, this is an opportunity to flip the All-Star to address several long-term needs.
MLB Network’s Jon Morosi reported Friday morning that the Houston Astros “have remained in contact” regarding Realmuto. A source tells him that the Marlins are requiring them to include one of their top two prospects—outfielder Kyle Tucker or right-hander Forrest Whitley—in any potential deal.