Right-handed pitcher Joe Gunkel had a brief stint in the Dodgers’ organization in 2017, probably most known for being the corresponding transaction to create room for the Rookie of the Year.
The Dodgers acquired Gunkel from the Orioles on Apr. 10 for cash. His time on the 40-man roster lasted just over two weeks, and he pitched in three games for Triple-A Oklahoma City — twice in relief, and one start.
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Gunkel was designated for assignment on Apr. 25 to make 40-man roster room for Cody Bellinger, then claimed off waivers by the Marlins two days later, and the right-hander finished the season in Miami’s system in Triple-A New Orleans.