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Hatley

Hatley was unscored upon in two appearances with the Cards during his brief time with the big club. He’ll return to a 1.69 ERA at Memphis.

Hatley put up a 1.69 ERA over 27 appearances this season, but he did so with an underwhelming 27/15 K/BB ratio over 37 1/3 innings. Still, it’s a nice story for someone who has spent nine seasons in the minors. The 27-year-old will pitch in middle relief.

Hatley passed through waivers unclaimed after being designated for assignment on Friday. He’ll continue to provide bullpen depth for the Cardinals at Triple-A.

The move clears a spot on the 40-man roster for Jonathan Broxton. Hatley was unscored upon in two appearances with the Cards during his brief time with the big club.

Hatley, 26, has spent his entire eight-year professional career in the Cubs organization. He had a 4.60 ERA and 58/13 K/BB ratio over 47 innings this season in Triple-A. Look for him to serve as bullpen depth in the minors.