Mariners consider trading All-Star pitcher Luis Castillo for offense

The Seattle Mariners are exploring trade options this summer, specifically looking to move one of their top starters. Luis Castillo is viewed as the most likely candidate to be traded, as the team seeks to acquire a back-end reliever and a right-handed hitter. With a surplus of starting pitchers and standout prospect Kade Anderson in the minors, the Mariners are in a position to make moves that might bolster their offense, which has been a focus in recent discussions. Castillo, a three-time All-Star, has a career ERA of 3.63 and could strengthen a contending team looking for pitching help down the stretch.

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