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sports18 days ago•10 min saved

Twins Promote Kaelen Culpepper to MLB Debut Amid Wild Card Push

The Minnesota Twins plan to promote top shortstop prospect Kaelen Culpepper for his MLB debut during an upcoming series in Milwaukee, which will require a 40-man roster addition and likely a corresponding move off the roster. Culpepper, viewed as the club’s No. 2 prospect, has advanced quickly through the minors and posted strong numbers at Triple-A this season, bringing defensive versatility and potential immediate offensive impact as Minnesota contends for a playoff spot.

via mlbtraderumors.com|

#call-up #kaelen-culpepper #minnesota-twins

sports1 month ago•1 min saved

Buxton rests through All-Star break as Roden gets the call to fill in

Twins place Byron Buxton on the injured list through the All-Star break to rest a lingering hip strain and will miss the All-Star Game, while Triple-A outfielder Alan Roden is called up to fill the roster and likely patrol center field against right-handed pitching. Buxton’s strong first half included 25 homers and a .271/.328/.575 line (146 OPS+), and Roden hit .272/.397/.512 in 33 games at St. Paul after being acquired from the Blue Jays in the Louis Varland trade.

via AaronGleeman.com|

#baseball #call-up #injuries

sports2 months ago•5 min saved

Blue Jays Call Up Sean Keys to Boost Offense

The Toronto Blue Jays are adding 23-year-old infield prospect Sean Keys to both the 40-man and active rosters, with a likely Saturday activation. Keys, a 2024 fourth-round pick, has posted strong offensive numbers across the minors this season, including 21 homers and a high walk rate, culminating in a .284/.409/.619 line and 164 wRC+ across Double-A to Triple-A. Baseball America tabs him as the Jays’ 14th-best prospect, though his defensive experience is limited to first and third base, with talk of possible corner-outfield reps as the club seeks an offensive spark behind Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Kazuma Okamoto, and George Springer. With the Jays’ team line at .249/.311/.391 (96 wRC+) and a 39-42 record, Keys could contribute offensively as the team pursues a tighter playoff race."

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#blue-jays #call-up #mlb

sports2 months ago•17 min saved

Sox Promote Braden Montgomery, Elevating Their Top Prospect to the Majors

The Chicago White Sox selected Braden Montgomery’s contract and promoted the top outfield prospect to the majors, moving to open roster space as Montgomery, a 23-year-old switch-hitter with elite speed and a powerful arm, is projected to compete for regular time in center or right. He posted a .314/.422/.548 line with 10 homers across Double-A/Triple-A this season, following a standout minor-league run since being acquired with Kyle Teel in the Crochet trade. His arrival comes amid a flurry of roster moves (Hays to the IL, Joe Rock recalled, Nishida/Sandlin optioned) as Chicago continues to build its young core. Montgomery is under team control for six years and faces standard arbitration timelines if he stays in the majors.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#baseball-america-top-100 #braden-montgomery #call-up

sports3 months ago•20 min saved

A’s Promote Gage Jump, Sparking 2026 Fantasy Buzz

Oakland promoted pitching prospect Gage Jump to the majors for 2026; in his debut he went 5 innings, 4 earned runs with 10 baserunners and 5 strikeouts, sitting 96 mph with a plus slider and a developing changeup. Jump’s Triple-A numbers show high strikeout potential (13.3 K/9) but command issues (4.7 BB/9), suggesting an adjustment period. The piece also fires off a wide array of fantasy notes and humor as managers decide who to start, bench, or add in light of Jump’s call-up.

via Razzball|

#call-up #fantasy-baseball #gage-jump

sports3 months ago•24 min saved

Rikuu Nishida Arrives, Bringing Contact Tools to the White Sox

Rikuu Nishida, a 25-year-old infielder/outfielder known for contact and baserunning, is being promoted by the White Sox and will see regular action, especially against right-handed pitching, wearing No. 51 in homage to Ichiro Suzuki. His Triple-A Charlotte line of .347/.454/.395 with a sub-20% chase rate and 17.4% strikeout rate underscores the team’s emphasis on swing decisions and contact, as they integrate him into the major league mix while managing roster depth and injuries.

via Sox Machine|

#baseball #call-up #prospects

sports3 months ago•10 min saved

Giants Promote Victor Bericoto as Jung Hoo Lee Hits Injured List

San Francisco called up outfielder Victor Bericoto from Triple-A Sacramento as Jung Hoo Lee landed on the 10-day injured list retroactive to May 19 with a mid-back strain; Will Brennan could take more right-field duty while Lee is out. Bericoto, 24, is batting .299/.355/.449 with six homers in 186 plate appearances for Sacramento and has shown defensive versatility across the outfield and first base.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#call-up #giants #injured-list

sports3 months ago•43 min saved

Robby Snelling Poised for Friday MLB Debut with the Marlins

The Miami Marlins are reportedly calling up rookie Robby Snelling to start this Friday, resolving a flurry of name chatter around Dax Fulton. Snelling has flashed elite potential in the minors, striking out a large share of hitters and allowing just two earned runs in his last three starts, and he logged a 1.27 ERA, 0.99 WHIP, and 81 strikeouts in 63.2 Triple-A innings last season, making him one of the year’s top pitching prospects to monitor for fantasy rosters.

via Razzball|

#call-up #dax-fulton #fantasy-baseball

sports3 months ago•2 min saved

Marlins Call Up Minor League Ace Josh Ekness for MLB Debut

The Miami Marlins selected the contract of pitching prospect Josh Ekness from Triple-A Jacksonville, adding him to the 26-man roster after optioning Cade Gibson to Triple-A following a rough relief appearance; Ekness, a 12th-round pick with a high minor-league strikeout rate and a fastball/sweeper mix, could make his MLB debut soon and provide bullpen depth as Pete Fairbanks deals with a nerve-issue in his throwing hand.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#bullpen #call-up #josh-ekness

sports4 months ago•4 min saved

Orioles Bring Kremer Back to Start, Shuffle Rotation Ahead of Schedule

The Orioles recalled right-hander Dean Kremer from Triple-A Norfolk to start tonight, while Cade Povich was optioned to Norfolk. Kremer had been a durable part of Baltimore’s rotation from 2022–25 but was sent to the minors early in 2026 as the O’s rolled with Zach Eflin, Chris Bassitt, and Shane Baz (plus Kyle Bradish and Trevor Rogers) for the five spots. Eflin’s elbow issues eventually led to Tommy John surgery, opening a rotation spot Kremer could fill for now. The move also carries service-time implications: at four years plus, Kremer would reach the five-year threshold in June if he stays on the active roster, limiting future optioning unless he’s kept in the big leagues.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#call-up #dean-kremer #mlb

sports1 year ago•3 min saved

Diamondbacks Recall Top Prospect Jordan Lawlar Amid Infield Changes

Jordan Lawlar, a top prospect for the Arizona Diamondbacks, has been recalled from Triple-A Reno for his third MLB opportunity after recovering from a hamstring injury. Despite a previous poor performance in May, Lawlar has shown strong offensive numbers in the minors and is working on improving his hitting against breaking balls. The team views him as a future mainstay, and this call-up provides him a chance to prove his readiness at the major league level.

via Arizona Sports|

#arizona-diamondbacks #call-up #jordan-lawlar

sports1 year ago•5 min saved

Red Sox Top Prospect Roman Anthony Makes His Mark

The Red Sox should promote top prospect Roman Anthony to improve their offense and defense, replacing struggling rookie Kristian Campbell, as the team seeks to optimize their roster and performance.

via The New York Times|

#call-up #defense #offense

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Red Sox Eye Roman Anthony's Call-Up Amid Prospective Promotion

Red Sox prospect Roman Anthony, who has impressive stats and potential, is awaiting a call-up to the majors. While team officials, including Craig Breslow, acknowledge his talent and readiness, they are focusing on his development and addressing areas for improvement before promoting him. The team is eager for his impact but has not set a specific timeline for his debut.

via NESN|

#baseball-prospects #call-up #craig-breslow

sports1 year ago•1 min saved

Red Sox Prospects: Roman Anthony's Rise and Mayer’s Major League Debut

Red Sox prospect Roman Anthony is expected to be called up to the majors soon, as the team looks for a spark amid their current struggles, with his potential promotion driven by his talent and the team's need for lineup creativity.

via NESN|

#call-up #mlb #prospects

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

Orioles Promote Top Prospect Connor Norby for MLB Debut

The Baltimore Orioles are calling up top prospect Connor Norby and reliever Nick Vespi ahead of their series against the Toronto Blue Jays. Norby, ranked as the Orioles' No. 6 prospect, has performed well in Triple-A and will get his first opportunity in the MLB. The Orioles hope his addition will help them as they aim to close the gap in the AL East standings.

via Sports Illustrated|

#baltimore-orioles #call-up #connor-norby