Stanton’s new deal reportedly backloaded

Giancarlo Stanton’s staggering 13-year, $325 million contract is more than just record-setting: It’s also cost-friendly to the Marlins — at least for the first three years — before it becomes backloaded in favor of the player. The club has not formally announced the deal, although a news conference is scheduled for Wednesday at 11 a.m. ET (MLB.com and marlins.com will provide a live stream).