Marlins Claim Dan Meyer

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Marlins claimed LHP Dan Meyer off waivers from the Athletics. Meyer is a long shot to turn into a useful major league pitcher at this point, but there's nothing wrong with using a waiver claim on him. The former Braves prospect went 10-5 with a 4.48 ERA, 113 H and 109/52 K/BB in 122 2/3 IP as a starter for Triple-A Sacramento last season. However, the Marlins see him as a reliever. He was 0-4 with a 7.48 ERA in four starts and seven relief appearances for Oakland.

Meyer was involved in the Tim Hudson deal but never materialized into the pitcher he was projected to be. He's 27 and running out of time. Marlins can only hope he regains some former glory becomes a solid left-handed reliever. Definitely a nice pickup for the Marlins.