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Volquez deal helps Miami add, but retain core
- Updated: November 29, 2016
MIAMI — Adding pitching without subtracting from their big league roster has been a primary objective for Marlins. The organization moved a step in that direction Monday when right-hander Edinson Volquez reached an agreement on a two-year, $22 million contract, pending his physical. The club has not confirmed the deal.
With Volquez on the brink of joining their rotation, the Marlins remain in the market for at least one more starter. In terms of the overall roster picture, Miami is also positioned to retain outfielder Marcell Ozuna and the rest of its core position players.
• Hot Stove Tracker
Throughout the Hot Stove season, the Marlins have stated they do not want to move players off their big league roster. That stance remains, especially when it comes to Ozuna.
Ozuna has been the subject of trade speculation for more than a year. The 26-year-old could be in high demand if the Marlins heavily shopped him.
Last offseason, Ozuna was linked in trade …
