Submariner Ziegler signs with Marlins

MIAMI — The revamped Marlins bullpen will now offer opposing batters a completely different look — an almost upside-down view. Brad Ziegler, with his unorthodox submarine-style delivery, is officially joining the organization.

Miami announced the signing on Friday, a week after the 37-year-old reached agreement on a two-year, $16 million deal. To make roster space for Ziegler, left-hander Elvis Araujo was designated for assignment. Initially, Ziegler came to terms on Dec. 16, pending completion of his physical examination.

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Ziegler provides another experienced late-inning setup option, along with previous closing experience. In his career, which started with the A’s in 2008, the right-hander has 85 saves, including 22 in ’16, when he split time with the D-backs and the Red Sox and combined for a 2.25 ERA in 69 relief appearances and 68 innings.

A.J. Ramos projects to be the Marlins’ closer in 2017, with Ziegler being a fallback possibility.

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