The news on Tuesday that All-Star catcher J.T. Realmuto does not want to play for the Miami Marlins in 2019, another position must be addressed by the ballclub this offseason. Despite a gameplan that has called for saving money rather than spending it, the team is in a better position than before the 2018 season to make improves to its roster.
“The Marlins are entering the Hot Stove season in an interesting position,” writes Joe Frisaro of MLB.com, “While the club doesn’t have any pending free agents to deal with, it does have some money matters to figure out.