The Philadelphia Phillies claim Nelson Figueroa off waivers
The Phillies have claimed 35-year old righty starter/reliever Nelson Figueroa off waivers from the Mets. Figueroa pitched in 16 games (10 starts) for the Mets last season and he was 3-8 with a 4.09 ERA and a 1.48 WHIP. He has now pitched in 106 games (49 starts) in his major league career and he is 13-28 with a 4.54 ERA and a 1.57 WHIP. Figueroa will be a asset to the Phillies as a long reliever/spot starter as they have a need for one of those right now.