Marlins option Ryan Gusto, promote Will Kempner before series opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 10:42 PM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
The Miami Marlins have assigned Ryan Gusto to Triple-A Jacksonville and called up Will Kempner as they prepare for a critical series against the Athletics. This move follows Gusto's struggles, having allowed three runs in three innings during a loss to the Rockies. Kempner, who has not allowed a run in nine innings this season, aims to strengthen the bullpen as the Marlins push for a Wild Card spot. Miami heads into this matchup with a 46-42 record, following a successful 20-6 month of June.
- •Marlins are 46-42, contending for a Wild Card spot.
- •Ryan Gusto struggled in his last appearance against the Rockies.
- •Will Kempner has nine scoreless innings this season.
- •Tyler Phillips is expected to start against the Athletics.
- 10:42 PMYahoo Sports — Marlins Send Down Ryan Gusto, Call Up Will Kempner
"With the postseason race heating up, Miami recalls lights-out reliever Will Kempner to bolster the bullpen and maintain momentum following a historic, record-breaking month of June.
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