Martin Prado

Martin Prado headed to 15-Day DL, Jordany Valdespin to be called up

Marlins starting third basemen Martin Prado is headed to the 15-day disabled list after spraining his right shoulder in yesterday's game.

What It Means:

Prado has been mentioned in trade talks for the last few weeks, and this news diminishes that possibility. The Marlins, who have been significantly underperforming their preseason expectations, lose a significant piece of their lineup in Prado. Prado, 31, hasn't had a good season by any means (.300 wOBA, -0.33 nERD), but will be replaced by Jordany Valdespin and his career .218 batting average.