MIAMI -- Another veteran reliever may be headed to Spring Training with the Marlins.
According to a league source, Seth McClung is near an agreement on a Minor League contract with Florida with an invitation to Spring Training. The Marlins have not confirmed any negotiations.
McClung, who will turn 30 on Sunday, has been with the Brewers since 2007. The right-hander appeared in 41 games for Milwaukee last year and posted an ERA of 4.94.
The right-hander broke in with the Rays in 2003, and he has 177 Major League games of experience.
The Marlins have repeatedly stated that they are looking to beef up their bullpen with proven arms.
McClung is the second former Brewer to join the Marlins in recent days. On Friday, former Milwaukee closer Derrick Turnbow agreed to a Minor League deal with a Spring Training invite.
Jose Veras, who pitched for the Yankees and Indians last year, also will get a look on a Minor League contract.
The Marlins also are exploring signing Kevin Gregg, who spent last year with the Cubs after being Florida's closer in 2007-08. Gregg is being looked at in a setup role.
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