Cleveland trades James Hoyt to Miami

The Cleveland Basball Club has traded reliever James Hoyt to the Miami Marlins.

The Cleveland Baseball Club has made a trade, sending reliever James Hoyt to the Miami Marlins for cash considerations. The club previously designated Hoyt for assignment at the end of July.

The 33-year old reliever made 8 appearances for Cleveland last season, compiling a 2.16 ERA and .960 WHIP in 8.1 innings. Hoyt allowed 2 runs on 6 hits including 2 home runs while striking out 10.

Cleveland’s pitching depth allowed them to make this move. There was simply not a spot for Hoyt in the bullpen and there are other pitchers with more upside that can provide similar or better results when compared to Hoyt. With Miami in need of players due to the COVID-19 outbreak in their clubhouse, Hoyt provides a low-risk option for a club that needs to fill out a roster to complete a season.