MIAMI (AP) - The Miami Marlins acquired Jeff Francoeur from the Atlanta Braves in a three-team trade Wednesday night, hoping the well-traveled outfielder can provide a boost toward a playoff spot.
Francoeur was the only major leaguer included in the deal that also involved Texas. Any big league player traded after Aug. 1 had to be first put on waivers.
As part of the trade, the Braves will send Marlins $104,959 to help offset Francoeur's contract.
Atlanta got minor league shortstop Dylan Moore from Texas and catcher Matt Foley from Miami. The Rangers obtained two international signing slots from Miami and one from Texas.
Miami is contending for an NL wild-card spot and isn't sure whether star outfielder Giancarlo Stanton will return this season from a severe groin strain.
"Once the injury to 'G' happened, we felt we wanted to get a right-handed outfielder who would give us some offensive punch against left-handed pitching," president of baseball operations Michael Hill said.
"As well as this team has played for 4 months, we want to do everything in our power to get us where we want to go, and that's October baseball."
Miami hasn't been to the postseason since 2003.
Francoeur hit .249 with seven home runs and 33 RBIs in 99 games for the Braves. The 32-year-old plays both left field and right field and is known for a strong arm.
The Marlins will be Francoeur's eighth team in the majors.