Padres waive RHP Burke to open 40-man spot
Greg Burke - R - San Diego Padres
Feb. 9, 2010 - 7:00 PM ET
Padres placed RHP Greg Burke on unconditional waivers.
Burke becomes a free agent if unclaimed, although he has the right to refuse any claim and enter the free agent market. The 27-year-old produced a 4.14 ERA in 45 2/3 innings of relief for the Padres last season, and, prior to that, was an effective closer at Triple-A Portland. He should garner some interest, but keep in mind that he had surgery on his throwing shoulder in October and his availability for spring training is not yet known.
Source: Dan Hayes on Twitter