Jumbo Diaz was sent from the New Orleans Baby Cakes to the GCL Marlins for a rehab assignment. He made the start with the rookie-team, and struck out two in one perfect inning of work. Diaz, a 6’4″, 315 lb. right-hander, previously appeared in the major leagues with the Cincinnati Reds and the Tampa Bay Rays. He signed with the Miami Marlins during this offseason.
Jeff Brigham
In a move that seemed to be a long time coming, RHP Jeff Brigham was promoted from the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp to the Baby Cakes.