The Miami Marlins selected the contract of right-hander Christian Roa from Triple-A Jacksonville. In corresponding moves, they released right-hander Declan Cronin and placed right-hander Freddy Tarnok on the 15-day injured list.

Roa was a second-round pick by the Cincinnati Reds in 2020. However, he was released by the organization in 2024 after a couple of underwhelming seasons in the minors. In 2024, he recorded a 5.55 ERA in 23 games for Louisville, Cincinnati’s Triple-A affiliate.

The Marlins rolled the dice on the young arm and claimed him off waivers. So far, he has not disappointed, posting a 2.83 ERA and 1.099 WHIP in 47 relief appearances.

Now, the 26-year-old is set to make his major league debut.

On the other side, Cronin made 56 appearances for the Marlins last season. Acro

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