They’re clearing room to save money, bc. That much is clear.
And with today’s news, it’s very clear that to trade Carlos now will require the Cards to accept 0 in return. They might even have to throw in a prospect and eat money just to get someone to take him at all.
<sees Kolten Wong's option being declined>
<makes mental note to change $/win in free agency down to $4 million>— Dan Szymborski (@DSzymborski) October 28, 2020