Brewers claim Sean Nolin off waivers

Left-hander Sean Nolin was claimed off waivers by the Brewers on Monday.

Analysis:

Nolin was designated for assignment by the Athletics earlier this month, and with the Brewers parting ways with left-handed pitcher Pat Misch, it makes sense to fill that 40-man roster spot with another left-handed pitcher. The 26-year-old hasn't had much success as a starter in the majors, but he did have an solid season at Triple-A last season, where he finished the season with a 2.66 ERA and 1.25 WHIP. It'll be tough to crack the Brewers rotation this spring, so there's a good chance he'll start the season in the bullpen or in the minors.