Marlins' Joe Gunkel: Designated for assignment

Gunkel was designated for assignment Wednesday, Joe Frisaro of MLB.com reports.

Infield depth was a more pressing priority for the big club after the team placed its third infielder on the disabled list in as many days, so the Marlins elected to drop Gunkel from the 40-man roster in order to clear a spot for journeyman utility infielder Steve Lombardozzi, whose contract was purchased from Triple-A New Orleans in a corresponding move. Gunkel had been claimed off waivers from the Dodgers in late April and made two appearances for the organization at Double-A Jacksonville, allowing four runs over nine innings.