Barraclough is auditioning for a role in the back end of Miami bullpen and could function as a potential closing option, according to the Miami Herald.
With both incumbent closer A.J. Ramos (calf) and challenger Carter Capps (elbow) missing time in early camp, the team is evaluating option to be next in line if either pitcher were to become unavailable during the season. Barraclough, who came over from the Cardinals in a trade last season, posted a 2.59 ERA with 30 strikeouts in 25 appearances with the Marlins last year but walked 18 batters in 24.1 innings pitched. He's got the velocity that managers look for in a closer, regularly sitting in the 96-98 MPH range with his fastball, and with Manager Don Mattingly looking for a "jump" from the reliever in his second year with the club, Barraclough is a name to file away as the Marlins' roster takes shape.