ST. LOUIS -- The Cardinals made a roster move Wednesday to increase the flexibility -- and potentially the strength -- of their bullpen. The team recalled right-hander John Gant from Triple-A Memphis and gave right-hander Jonathan Broxton his unconditional release from the club in a corresponding move.
Broxton, 32, had struggled this year, posting a career-worst 6.89 ERA. The right-hander has pitched in the Majors since 2005 and with the Cardinals since July 2015.
"Anytime you have to release a player, it's always disappointing," Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak said. "Especially someone that is a good teammate, well-liked, well-respected, so that's certainly unfortunate.