Report: Dodgers eyeing Marlins relievers for bullpen help
The Los Angeles Dodgers are on the lookout for bullpen reinforcements, and the Miami Marlins might be just what the doctor ordered.
The Dodgers have reportedly been in touch with the Marlins about relievers Kyle Barraclough, Drew Steckenrider, and Adam Conley, sources tell Jon Paul Morosi of MLB.com.
All three options would be welcome additions to the back end of the Dodgers' pen, and would likely stick when injured arms like Pedro Baez and Tony Cingrani return to the fold.
| Name | IP | ERA | WHIP | K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barraclough | 36.1 | 0.99 | 0.74 | 39 |
| Steckenrider | 35.2 | 3.28 | 1.15 | 42 |
| Conley | 17.1 | 1.56 | 0.81 | 18 |
Conley had been used as a starter throughout his career before being converted to a full-time reliever this season. He's adjusted to the new role quite well.
Steckenrider opened the season well, had a catastrophic stretch in the middle of May, and has rebounded expertly. He hasn't allowed an earned run since May 20, a span of 18 appearances.
Barraclough is the elder statesman in the Marlins bullpen, taking over as the team's closer after Brad Ziegler struggled. Since the beginning of June, he hasn't allowed an earned run in 12 innings. He's also only walked two batters in that time, which is a step in the right direction for a pitcher who posted a 5.18 BB/9 in 2017.
Even at full strength, the Dodgers could stand to add some insurance to their relief corps. Entering Sunday, the Dodgers' bullpen is tied for 19th in wins above replacement as a unit (1.4), and has a 3.99 ERA across 320 1/3 innings.