Marlins Top Trade Candidate is a $13 Million Pitcher No One is Discussing
Summary
The Miami Marlins may consider trading pitcher Pete Fairbanks, who signed a $13 million contract last year. Despite some struggles this season, he has closing experience that could interest other teams before the August trade deadline.Key Facts
- Pete Fairbanks is a right-handed relief pitcher for the Miami Marlins.
- He signed a one-year contract worth $13 million in December.
- Fairbanks has a $500,000 assignment bonus that the acquiring team would pay if traded.
- He has a high season ERA (earned run average) of 7.07 partly due to some poor outings.
- Fairbanks has missed time with an irritated nerve but has pitched well since returning.
- The Marlins have had only 21 save opportunities through 57 games this season.
- The Marlins’ chance to make the playoffs is low (about 4.6%).
- Other teams might be interested in trading for Fairbanks ahead of the August 3 deadline.
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