Miami added pitching depth Friday morning, acquiring Andrew Cashner and Colin Rea from the Padres in exchange for two prospects and starter Jarred Cosart.
Since the Marlins moved Cosart, who was in the club’s starting rotation until being traded, there is an open spot in the rotation. However, if the Marlins plan on starting both Cashner and Rea, they will have to make another roster move.
Jose Fernandez, Adam Conley and Tom Koehler are constants, with Wei-Yin Chen currently on the 15-day disabled list with an elbow injury. Miami’s decision to add two starters might suggest Chen’s injury is more serious than initially expected.