Braves Reportedly Select Veteran Right-Hander Off Waiver From Marlins

The Miami Marlins placed starting pitcher Cal Quantrill on waivers on Wednesday, and the Atlanta Braves claimed him on Thursday, per reports from Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.

Quantrill started 24 games for the Marlins this season before being placed on outright waivers.

The Braves add more depth to their rotation as their tumultuous season continues over the final month and a half of games. With a banged-up pitching staff, the Braves have been active on the waiver wire in the second half of the season, also picking up Erick Fedde from the St. Louis Cardinals after he was designated for assignment. These additions have been made to supplement their hampered bullpen rather than season-changing acquisitions.

The Marlins are also likely to miss the playoffs this season, and after Quantrill posted a 5.50 ERA through his 24 starts with the Marlins, they decided to move on from the right-hander. According to Kevin Barral of Fish on First, the Marlins will be adding Ryan Gusto to the rotation beginning on Friday.

Both teams have struggled to find their footing this season, and the Braves, who came into the season with expectations of competing down the stretch of the season, have fallen out of favor in the National League East.

The Braves and Marlins can play spoiler this season as their division rivals, the New York Mets, are battling their demons and are at risk of falling out of the playoffs. The Braves will be taking on the Mets over the weekend and have the chance to put some stress on the hated rival.

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