Marlins weighing offers on Infante

ATLANTA — Omar Infante has played a Gold Glove-caliber second base for the Marlins this year. But will the veteran complete the season with the club? In recent weeks, Marlins’ scouts have floated Infante’s name out to other teams, according to a National League source. MLB.com’s Mark Bowman reported the Braves have had discussions with the Marlins for Infante, who will be a free agent after the year. A source on Sunday confirmed a deal with Atlanta possible before Sunday’s 4 p.m. ET non-waiver trade deadline. The Marlins acquired Infante from the Braves as part of the Dan Uggla trade last November. Along with weighing trade options for Infante, the Marlins also have been considering whether to sign the veteran for 2012 and perhaps beyond because he’s been so good defensively. If the Marlins do move Infante, Emilio Bonifacio — who has been at third base — is the likely candidate to play second base. The Marlins also are considering the ...