Report: Stanton expected to approve trade to Yankees

The New York Yankees reportedly agreed to a deal with the Miami Marlins on Saturday that would bring reigning National League MVP Giancarlo Stanton to the Big Apple.

One thing holding up the move was his full no-trade clause, which allows him to veto any trade, but it appears that won't happen, as a source told MLB Network's Jon Morosi he's expected to formally approve it.

Morosi adds that there's no indication the Los Angeles Dodgers will make a last-minute push for the 2017 home run champion.

The slugger reportedly told the Marlins earlier this week he would invoke his no-trade clause to reject moves to the San Francisco Giants and St. Louis Cardinals. Both clubs appeared to have trade agreements in place with Miami.

One other possible stopping point is if Stanton's physical doesn't satisfy the Yankees, but the 28-year-old appeared in 159 games last season.

He'll reportedly be acquired for second baseman Starlin Castro and a package of prospects that aren't the team's best, according to the New York Post's Joel Sherman.

Stanton, a four-time All-Star, has $295 million remaining on his contract, which is set to expire in 2027 (if his 2028 team option isn't exercised), although he can opt out of his deal following the 2020 season.