Though the Marlins are expected to make a "legitimate" long-term offer to outfielder Giancarlo Stanton, CBSSports.com Baseball Insider Jon Heyman reports some organizational higher-ups are not confident that a deal will get done.
Though Stanton is still two full seasons away from free agency, pressure is mounting on the team to get a deal done. Opposing general managers were told flatly he was not available at the trade deadline, but that tune might have to change if an extension cannot be agreed to. According to the report, Stanton's primary concern at this point is reportedly playing for a contender, something the 55-59 Marlins may not be able to provide.
Stanton made his second All-Star team and has emerged as one of the best all-around hitters in baseball this season. He is hitting .289/.389/.546 while his 27 home runs and 76 RBI lead the National League.