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Rays land Kimbrel on MLB deal to reinforce relief corps

The Tampa Bay Rays signed veteran reliever Craig Kimbrel to a major league contract after he was designated for assignment by the Mets, adding a veteran arm as Jesse Scholtens lands on the 15-day IL with a right wrist strain. Kimbrel, 37, has 440 career saves across 11 teams and could be in the Rays’ bullpen for tonight’s game against the Orioles. The move aims to bolster a bullpen dealing with injuries and late-season usage, with Kimbrel’s turbulent recent stretch contrasted by the Rays’ history of reviving veteran arms.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

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sports5 days ago•7 min saved

Mets DFA Kimbrel, Call Up Tong to Provide Long-Relief Depth

The Mets designated veteran Craig Kimbrel for assignment after a 6.00 ERA across 15 innings and recalled Triple-A right-hander Jonah Tong, whose role remains uncertain but could bolster long-relief options as the club leans into a youth movement amid a reshuffled rotation.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

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sports1 month ago•4 min saved

Mets Shuffle Roster, DFA Lovelady for Kimbrel Activation

The Mets designated left-hander Richard Lovelady for assignment to clear a spot on the 26-man roster for Craig Kimbrel's activation; Lovelady, who is out of minor league options, has been DFA’d repeatedly and could remain in the organization if he clears waivers.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

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sports1 month ago•9 min saved

Mets Bring Back Kimbrel on $2.5M Active-Roster Deal

The Mets will promote Craig Kimbrel from his minor-league contract to the 26-man roster, paying $2.5 million upon activation, as they continue heavy bullpen turnover; Kimbrel passed on opt-out dates and spent a brief stint in the minors, adding veteran depth behind closer Devin Williams.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

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baseball4 months ago•16 min saved

Mets Bring in Kimbrel on Minor League Deal With Spring Invite

The Mets are signing veteran reliever Craig Kimbrel to a minor-league contract with a spring-training invitation, a $2.5 million base if he makes the roster. After a turbulent 2024 and a strong late-season showing with the Astros in 2025, Kimbrel would join a Mets bullpen led by Devin Williams and face a crowded depth chart, but offers a low-risk avenue for veteran experience and potential late-season impact.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

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sports9 months ago•2 min saved

Astros Sign Nine-Time All-Star Craig Kimbrel

The Houston Astros are set to sign Craig Kimbrel to a major league contract after his release from a minor league deal with Texas, aiming to bolster their struggling bullpen with his strikeout ability and experience, especially with postseason eligibility approaching.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

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sports11 months ago•3 min saved

Rangers Sign Veteran Kimbrel After Braves Release

The Texas Rangers are signing veteran reliever Craig Kimbrel to a minor league contract after he elected free agency following a brief stint with Atlanta, aiming to bolster their bullpen with a seasoned arm as they navigate injuries and roster needs.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

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sports11 months ago•1 min saved

Braves DFA Kimbrel After Single Appearance

Craig Kimbrel was designated for assignment by the Atlanta Braves after just one relief appearance following his return from the minors, marking a quick and unexpected end to his brief stint with the team despite a storied career.

via New York Post|

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sports11 months ago•2 min saved

Braves Release Kimbrel After Brief Return

Craig Kimbrel, a former Red Sox All-Star closer, was promoted by the Atlanta Braves for his 2025 debut but was designated for assignment the next day after a brief and somewhat ineffective appearance, highlighting the team's ongoing bullpen struggles and his uncertain future in MLB.

via NESN|

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sports11 months ago•1 min saved

Braves Release Kimbrel After Brief Return to MLB

The Atlanta Braves designated reliever Craig Kimbrel for assignment just one day after he returned to the team and pitched a scoreless inning, leading to the call-up of reliever Austin Cox to fill his spot.

via Sports Illustrated|

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sports11 months ago•0 min saved

Braves Reintegrate Craig Kimbrel Amid Bullpen Struggles

The Atlanta Braves have designated veteran reliever Craig Kimbrel for assignment after a brief return to the team, replacing him with left-hander Austin Cox from Triple-A.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

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sports11 months ago•2 min saved

Braves Reinforce Bullpen by Recalling Craig Kimbrel

The Atlanta Braves are planning to promote Craig Kimbrel from Triple-A Gwinnett, aiming to bolster their bullpen after recent struggles, despite his diminished velocity and command issues. Kimbrel, a former star closer with a storied career, has looked good in minor league play and is expected to bring experience to a bullpen in need of stability.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

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sports2 years ago•11 min saved

"Gunnar Henderson's Explosive Week Propels Orioles to Victory"

The Baltimore Orioles had a successful 4-2 homestand, with Gunnar Henderson's breakout performance and Kyle Bradish's promising rehab outing being key takeaways. Craig Kimbrel's strong start and evolving pitching style are also highlighted, while Albert Suárez's unexpected return to the mound after seven years and the developmental stages of young hitters like Colton Cowser and Jackson Holliday provide further insights into the team's progress.

via Baltimore Sun|

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sports2 years ago•2 min saved

Craig Kimbrel Joins Orioles in Pursuit of Playoffs

Craig Kimbrel, the 35-year-old closer, expressed his urgency to win and be part of a winning team after joining the Baltimore Orioles. With closer Félix Bautista out due to Tommy John surgery, the Orioles acquired Kimbrel on a one-year deal to fill the significant need in their bullpen. Kimbrel, a nine-time All-Star, brings his experience and impressive career stats, including 417 saves, to a team that hopes to make it back to the playoffs after losing in the AL Division Series last year. Kimbrel sees the opportunity and potential in the Orioles and aims to contribute to their success in the 2024 season.

via ESPN|

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sports2 years ago•5 min saved

Orioles Secure Top Closer Kimbrel in Winter Meetings

The Baltimore Orioles made the biggest free agent signing at the winter meetings, adding reliever Craig Kimbrel on a one-year contract worth $13 million. The team also has a club option for 2025. The Rule 5 Draft saw the Orioles not select any players, and they also had no players selected from them. The team did make a minor league phase selection, acquiring pitcher Nelvis Ochoa from the Rockies organization. With the winter meetings concluded, attention now turns to other big baseball news, including Shohei Ohtani's decision on where to sign and Japanese pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto narrowing down his list.

via Camden Chat|

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