It also depends on if Larnach is hitting too and can viably fit in at 1st unless I’m missing someone else who can play there. I mean I guess Arraez can and I think has randomly but obviously that’s not who you want there everyday. Can Sanchez play 1B?
Well, this entire scenario in my head would be to get a guy (Miranda) to the big leagues because he is tearing it up and the big league club needs this upgrade. This only occurs if Sano is slumping and the front office knows they aren't going to pick up his 2023 club option. I don't think this option is likely.
Options
Miranda started at 1B in 26 games last year. 30 at 2B, 52 at 3B and 3 in LF. He can fill a lot of roles, including 1B after a Sano trade, theoretically.
A far less likely scenario in Sano trade is Kiriloff headed to 1B (his likely permanent home due to the Twins OF depth) and Miranda gets some OF playing time.
Sano potentially could be traded even if he is playing well. Right now, the Twins payroll is $128 Million. Last year it was $134M. If that is the limit, it limits the GMs options. They could get Mannea or Montas from A's, but it certainly limits their moves. If they want to make a bigger move, Sano, Urshela or a rejuvenated Gary Sanchez are their best options to clear payroll.