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MIAMI, Fla. – It’s trade deadline day in Major League Baseball and the Miami Marlins might be in the midst of the upcoming action.
Coming off a four-game series win over the New York Mets, several players are wondering if they will be on the team past the 6:00 p.m. deadline. Among those is catcher Liam Hicks, who’s reportedly gathered interest around the market. The Boston Red Sox and Tampa Bay Rays have been linked to the 27-year-old, according to The Athletic.
In addition to the report, Hicks has been mentioned in active discussions. However, the New York Yankees and Chicago White Sox haven’t been involved.
The second-year major leaguer is currently having a career season. He’s batting .282 with a .795 OPS, including 100 hits in 354 at-bats, nine doubles, a triple, 62 runs batted in, and 14 home runs in 101 games.
Given the lack of high-quality catchers available on the trade market, Hicks could command a strong return. The Marlins can afford to part ways with him, given Joe Mack’s quick emergence and Brian Navarreto’s call-up to the active roster in mid-June.
Hicks has another year of pre-arbitration and is under team control until 2030. The Marlins could utilize him to add a third baseman or pitching depth. Both are labeled as needs for the clubhouse.
In addition to receiving, Hicks can serve as a first baseman and designated hitter. He’s caught in 38 games and played in the right corner infield in 26 games this season. Hicks has seen more time in the lineup as a designated hitter – 43 games. It could be the Marlins’ precautionary approach to avoid any serious injury, especially for a potential deal.
President Peter Bendix is reportedly not interested in acquiring expiring contracts.
The Marlins have a reputation for dealing star players, but this deadline could be different. Although several names have been rumoured, including Hicks, Bendix doesn’t appear aggressive to make a trade but rather to see what opportunities are presented.
The South Florida franchise didn’t originally draft Hicks, but it gave him a real opportunity to develop and thrive in the majors. Plus, it wouldn’t be the first time he’s been traded. Ahead of the 2024 deadline, the Texas Rangers dealt Hicks and Tyler Owens for Carson Kelly.
The Marlins’ roster could look different ahead of Tuesday’s series opener against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Field.
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Coming off a four-game series win over the New York Mets, several players are wondering if they will be on the team past the 6:00 p.m. deadline. Among those is catcher Liam Hicks, who’s reportedly gathered interest around the market. The Boston Red Sox and Tampa Bay Rays have been linked to the 27-year-old, according to The Athletic.
In addition to the report, Hicks has been mentioned in active discussions. However, the New York Yankees and Chicago White Sox haven’t been involved.
The second-year major leaguer is currently having a career season. He’s batting .282 with a .795 OPS, including 100 hits in 354 at-bats, nine doubles, a triple, 62 runs batted in, and 14 home runs in 101 games.
Given the lack of high-quality catchers available on the trade market, Hicks could command a strong return. The Marlins can afford to part ways with him, given Joe Mack’s quick emergence and Brian Navarreto’s call-up to the active roster in mid-June.
Hicks has another year of pre-arbitration and is under team control until 2030. The Marlins could utilize him to add a third baseman or pitching depth. Both are labeled as needs for the clubhouse.
In addition to receiving, Hicks can serve as a first baseman and designated hitter. He’s caught in 38 games and played in the right corner infield in 26 games this season. Hicks has seen more time in the lineup as a designated hitter – 43 games. It could be the Marlins’ precautionary approach to avoid any serious injury, especially for a potential deal.
President Peter Bendix is reportedly not interested in acquiring expiring contracts.
The Marlins have a reputation for dealing star players, but this deadline could be different. Although several names have been rumoured, including Hicks, Bendix doesn’t appear aggressive to make a trade but rather to see what opportunities are presented.
The South Florida franchise didn’t originally draft Hicks, but it gave him a real opportunity to develop and thrive in the majors. Plus, it wouldn’t be the first time he’s been traded. Ahead of the 2024 deadline, the Texas Rangers dealt Hicks and Tyler Owens for Carson Kelly.
The Marlins’ roster could look different ahead of Tuesday’s series opener against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Field.
Continue reading...
