Joe Frisaro of MLB.com says the Florida Marlins have signed veteran infielder Chad Tracy.

Tracy, 30, hit .250 in 44 at-bats with the Chicago Cubs this season. His expected to share time at third base with Wes Helms. Outfieflder Bryan Peterson was optioned to Triple-A New Orleans to make room for Tracy.

The need for third base depth came about when third baseman Chris Coghlan suffered a knee injury during a pie celebration. You can see the video here.