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Marlins likely passed on Joe Beimel because of health concerns

Miami could have passed on lefty Joe Beimel due to concerns about his health, according to ESPN's Jerry Crasnick.

After designating veteran Craig Breslow for assignment in early May, the Marlins were one of only a few clubs to not have a left-handed reliever in the bullpen.

It appeared that would change quickly, though. A day after parting with Breslow, the Marlins announced they had signed Beimel to a minor league contract.

It's unclear whether or not Beimel underwent and subse quently didn't pass a physical. But it appears the Marlins decided to pass on the lefty reliever because of his health situation.