Bad move for both teams right here. Gonzo wants to play everyday and that can't happen with the Marlins. Marlins obviously don't want to pay for players so why go after Gonzo? Marlins should be looking at guys like Steve Finley if they are looking for inexpensive veteran leaders who can play OF and help the young guys out. Gonzo should be looking to DH somewhere like Oakland or Minnesota.The Miami Herald reports that "the Marlins are in discussions" with Luis Gonzalez.
The newspaper suggests that Gonzalez would serve as a backup for Josh Willingham and Mike Jacobs, but that hardly seems worthwhile for the Marlins or Gonzalez. Gonzalez's agent said Thursday that his client would be a good fit in Florida because he "enjoys being a mentor to young players," which is quite a spin given that Gonzalez publicly criticized various Dodgers youngsters last season.