MIAMI -- The Miami Marlins acquired Jeff Francoeur from the Atlanta Braves in a three-team trade Wednesday night, hoping the well-traveled outfielder can provide a boost toward a playoff spot.
Francoeur was the only major leaguer included in the deal that also involved Texas. Any big league player traded after Aug. 1 had to first be put on waivers.
As part of the trade, the Braves will send Marlins $104,959 to help offset Francoeur's contract.
Francoeur hugged his Atlanta teammates and coaches goodbye in the visiting dugout early in Wednesday's game at Arizona.
"It's hard.