Marlins closer Tanner Scott is generating trade interest from multiple teams, including the Yankees, Dodgers, Phillies, and Orioles, as reported by Jon Heyman of the New York Post. According to Will Sammon and Katie Woo of The Athletic, Scott could be a potential trade candidate, although a deal may not be imminent. The Marlins have shown an early willingness to make moves in the trade market, as seen with the trade of Luis Arraez earlier in the season. Power bullpen arms are highly coveted assets in the trade market every year.

Despite his trade value, Scott may not command a significant return on his own. The left-handed pitcher is in the final year of his contract with the Marlins and will become a free agent after the season. His high salary could be a deterrent for some teams, but the Marlins have shown a willingness to absorb a portion of a player’s salary in previous deals. Scott has struggled with command issues this season, posting a career-high walk rate of 16.8%.

While Scott has shown improvements recently, his overall performance this year has raised some concerns. His trade value would have been higher in the offseason when he was coming off a strong season. The Marlins could explore packaging Scott with another trade asset, such as Jesus Luzardo, to maximize their return in a trade. Teams like the Yankees, Orioles, Phillies, and Dodgers are all logical fits for Scott due to their bullpen needs and pitching preferences.

With the trade deadline approaching, teams will continue to assess their bullpen needs and pursue available options like Scott. The demand for relief pitchers is high, especially with limited sellers in the market. Scott’s trade value could potentially offer the Marlins an opportunity to acquire MLB-ready talent in return.