The Miami Marlins announced that pitcher Jose Urena would have an assignment at AAA New Orleans on Friday before he would return to the major-league team. The starter, who was the Opening Day pitcher for the Marlins for the second year in a row, could be on the move.
No, we are talking about a trade. We are talking about him moving to the bullpen, where he may assume the role as the team’s closer.
Given the abundance of Miami’s starting pitching, it makes sense to move the veteran to the back end of the pitching staff.