The Long Island Ducks of the Independent League have signed right-hander Carlos Zambrano.

Ducks president/general manager Michael Pfaff recently said the team prioritizes winning but wants to "help players with their careers, help them continue their careers, and help them get back to the major leagues."

Zambrano joined the Marlins via trade in January 2012, posting a 4.49 ERA in more than 132 innings.