Trades are more difficult in August than July, but the Marlins are still open to moving a few veterans if they can get quality young pieces back.
Where things stand on a few veterans who were in play before the July 31 no-waiver trade deadline:
u25aa Outfielder Derek Dietrich. The Indians and Cubs inquired about him in July but nothing substantive ever materialized. The Marlins will certainly listen if approached again this month.
He likely would be better suited to play in the American League because of defensive shortcomings, but the Marlins have appreciated his contributions this year (.