Marlins left fielder Corey Dickerson is headed to the IL, manager Don Mattingly told reporters Tuesday. The nature of the injury is not quite clear, but Mattingly said Dickerson had an MRI that's “not very promising,” according to SportsGrid’s Craig Mish. Earlier Tuesday, we learned that the Marlins are calling up prospect Jesus Sanchez from Triple-A.
With 45 days until the trade deadline, it appears the last-place Marlins may have missed their chance to recoup some value on Dickerson. The 32-year-old wasn’t exactly setting the world on fire with a 102 wRC+, but the Marlins may have been able to unload the $2.8M that will remain on Dickerson’s contract come July 30.
The Marlins still have a solid trade chip in center fielder Starling Marte. Shortstop Miguel Rojas may also generate interest, though the club holds a $5.5M club option for 2022 that will become guaranteed if he reaches 500 plate appearances. Though controlled through 2022, first baseman Jesus Aguilar may also be available. Adam Duvall, also controlled through ’22, has had a rough year so far. On the pitching side, top reliever Yimi Garcia is slated for free agency and should be popular on the trade market.
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