It’s no secret that Giancarlo Stanton wants to play for the Dodgers.
But the Dodgers might not want Stanton to play for them.
According to a report from MLB Network’s Jon Morosi, the Dodgers are still in contact with the Miami Marlins about trading for the 2017 National League MVP, but the talks have not progressed. Morosi said Sunday that Los Angeles is still concerned about the impact Stanton’s contact would have on their payroll in the coming years.
Source: #Dodgers, #Marlins remaining in contact on Giancarlo Stanton as of Sunday, but there has been no substantial progress in talks. Dodgers continue to harbor concerns about luxury-tax implications. @MLB @MLBNetwork
— Jon Morosi (@jonmorosi) December 3, 2017
The Marlins appear intent on trading Stanton this offseason in their quest to reduce their 2018 payroll to $90 million, but the right fielder has a full no-trade clause that gives him veto power over any potential deal. However, Stanton has said that he doesn’t want to be involved in a full-fledged rebuild, and under new ownership, the Marlins are heading in that direction.
The Southern California native could be looking for an opportunity to come home this offseason, but the San Francisco Giants and St. Louis Cardinals are considered Stanton’s two most aggressive suitors. Morosi reported Sunday that Miami has agreed to the general framework of trades with the Giants and the Cardinals involving Stanton, but the Marlins are waiting to hear whether the slugger would be willing to accept a trade to either team.