With the year Carlos Marmol has had, I could definitely understand if the new GM came in and tried to trade Carlos Marmol and free up his contract- while bringing back a few top prospects. Relievers are always high in demand, and I think a big market team would be very interested in his services.
Personally? I think the Cubs should look into trading Marmol. He’s really dropped off this year from a STUFF standpoint and that’s what is most concerning. I don’t mind the walks and the spells of wildness when he can just strike his way out of it like he’s been able to do in years past- but he hasn’t been able to do that as much this year which is where we see the struggles.
I believe it’s easier to find a closer who will go 80% in save percentage than it is to find quality starting pitching- and the Cubs need more capital and flexibility to get this going in the right direction. I think sacrificing Carlos Marmol for the good of the future of the organiz...
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