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Miami Marlins Slugger Named 'Prime' Trade Candidate

This Miami Marlins outfielder could be a sought after player at the MLB trade deadline.
May 28, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; Miami Marlins right fielder Jesus Sanchez (7) looks skyward after hitting a solo home run during the fifth inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images
May 28, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; Miami Marlins right fielder Jesus Sanchez (7) looks skyward after hitting a solo home run during the fifth inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images | Denis Poroy-Imagn Images

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With where the Miami Marlins are in their rebuild, they should be willing to trade away any player that can fetch a solid prospect return.

One of those players who should be on the trade block leading up to the trade deadline is outfield slugger Jesus Sanchez.

In fact, MLB.com's Mark Feinsand even named Sanchez one of his 14 "prime trade candidates."

"The cluster of teams in contention for postseason spots means a limited number of sellers, so finding an outfielder to acquire might be difficult. Sánchez – a hard-hitting right fielder with a strong arm – may be one of the better names available. The 27-year-old has six homers, 27 RBIs, seven stolen bases and a .728 OPS in 51 games this season," wrote Feinsand.

Jesus Sanchez (7) hits a three run home run
Jun 7, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Miami Marlins left fielder Jesus Sanchez (7) hits a three run home run against the Tampa Bay Rays in the third inning at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images | Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

The MLB insider identified the Cleveland Guardians, San Diego Padres, and Kansas City Royals as potential fits for the slugger.

Even though the Marlins' season isn't necessarily going well, Sanchez has recorded solid numbers and should be a sought-after player at the deadline.

The outfielder has a slash line of .255/.329/.418 and an OPS+ of 104 so far this season.

For teams such as the Guardians or Royals hoping to upgrade their outfield for a hopeful playoff run in the second half of the season, Sanchez would be a perfect target.

It will be interesting to see if Sanchez's name pops up in any more rumors as the deadline quickly approaches.

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