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sports22 days ago•3 min saved

Cone’s tribute spotlights Cabrera’s DFA and the Yankees’ roster reality

David Cone publicly praised Oswaldo Cabrera on Twitter after the Yankees designated him for assignment to clear 40-man space for Clarke Schmidt, underscoring the human side of a roster-driven decision. Cabrera had a bounce-back 2026 season and remained a fan favorite for his energy and versatility, but crowding on the roster left him without a clear role. Boone voiced optimism about his future. If claimed by another team, Cabrera would be under club control for three more seasons at about $1.2 million, making him an appealing depth option in a rebuild; if unclaimed, Yankees fans would likely welcome him back.

via Yanks Go Yard|

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sports26 days ago•5 min saved

D-backs DFA Lourdes Gurriel Jr., opening 40-man spot for Jose Fernandez

Arizona designated Lourdes Gurriel Jr. for assignment to clear a 40-man spot, promoting Jose Fernandez from Triple-A Reno. Gurriel was a key part of Arizona's 2023 NL pennant run and signed a three-year, $42 million extension, but he slumped in 2026 after ACL rehab, hitting .210/.254/.290 in 210 plate appearances. With a $14 million club option for 2027 that would be bought out, Gurriel is expected to clear waivers and be released, leaving the D-backs to rely on Lars Nootbaar, Jordan Lawlar, Ryan Waldschmidt, and Tommy Troy in the outfield the rest of the season.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

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sports1 month ago•4 min saved

Braves DFA Hayden Harris, Welcome Elieser Hernandez

Atlanta designated left-hander Hayden Harris for assignment to clear a 40-man roster spot for Elieser Hernandez, who was activated from Triple-A Gwinnett. Right-hander Blake Burkhalter was optioned to Gwinnett after his MLB debut. Harris has struggled this season in Gwinnett after a strong 2025 minor-league showing, while Hernandez returns for another stint in the majors and is expected to serve as a fresh arm during September rosters expansion.

via mlbtraderumors.com|

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sports1 month ago•6 min saved

Royals DFA Starling Marte as Roster Shuffle Shifts Outfield

The Kansas City Royals designated Starling Marte for assignment after reinstating Vinny Pasquantino and Maikel Garcia from the injured list and recalling Connor Thomas, with Marte’s spot opening due to underperformance (.242/.298/.314 this year, 71 wRC+) on a one-year deal that included $1M salary and up to $2M in bonuses. Marte will be placed on waivers; if unclaimed he could become a free agent, while the Royals still owe the remaining salary and any bonuses would die on release. Any club that claims him would only owe a prorated league minimum salary.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

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sports1 month ago•9 min saved

Nats DFA Miles Mikolas to clear room for Jackson Kent’s debut

The Washington Nationals designated veteran pitcher Miles Mikolas for assignment to open a roster spot for 23-year-old left-hander Jackson Kent, who will make his MLB debut against the Cubs. Mikolas, who posted a 5.82 ERA over 116 innings with a low strikeout rate and high home-run tally, is likely to pass through waivers and become a free agent after the Nats pay the remaining portion of his $2.25M base salary; Kent will join Cade Cavalli, Jake Irvin and Andrew Alvarez in the back-half rotation for the season.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

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sports1 month ago•11 min saved

Sox DFA Jake Rogers to Make Room for Adley Rutschman’s Return

Boston designated catcher Jake Rogers for assignment to clear a 40-man spot for Adley Rutschman, who is set to debut tonight after a deadline trade with Baltimore that also included Narváez; Isiah Kiner-Falefa was moved to the 60-day IL, and Rogers could pass through waivers as the Sox trim to 38 on the 40-man while hoping Rutschman’s health returns him to form.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

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sports2 months ago•3 min saved

White Sox DFA Wikelman Gonzalez to Clear 40-Man Spot for Prospects

The Chicago White Sox designated pitcher Wikelman Gonzalez for assignment to open a 40-man roster spot for promotions of Hagen Smith and Tanner McDougal. Gonzalez, part of the Garrett Crochet trade from Boston, had a solid MLB debut in 2025 but spent most of 2026 in Triple-A Charlotte with uneven results, including a rough return from the IL. His future hinges on waivers, with other clubs potentially claiming a controllable right-hander with MLB experience.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#40-man-roster #chicago-white-sox #designated-for-assignment

sports2 months ago•2 min saved

Phillies DFA Three to Make Room for Arraez, Kilian, Raley

The Philadelphia Phillies designated catcher Payton Henry and relievers Lou Trivino and Nolan Hoffman for assignment to clear space for this morning’s acquisitions of Luis Arraez, Caleb Kilian and Brooks Raley; the trio are expected to head through waivers in a 48-hour window.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

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sports2 months ago•11 min saved

Mariners DFA Buddy Kennedy as Refsnyder Returns From IL, Signals Right-Handed Bat Push

Seattle reinstated Rob Refsnyder from the 10-day IL and designated Buddy Kennedy for assignment to clear a roster spot, with Refsnyder returning as a potential right-handed bat while Kennedy, who had just 11 PA, is out of options and likely to clear waivers. Refsnyder has struggled this season (.133/.203/.219 in 49 games) and the Mariners, who lean left in the lineup, are seeking a righty bat ahead of the trade deadline; they’ve been linked to moves involving Luis Castillo or Emerson Hancock, which could determine Refsnyder’s future in Seattle.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

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sports2 months ago•4 min saved

Brewers DFA Lance McCullers less than two weeks after trading for him

Milwaukee designated Lance McCullers for assignment less than two weeks after acquiring him from Houston, and recalled Garrett Stallings from Triple-A to fill the roster spot. In two relief outings with Milwaukee, McCullers posted a 3.86 ERA with five strikeouts and five walks over 4 2/3 innings, after a rough appearance against Colorado. The move follows a trade that sent Jadyn Fielder to Houston, with the Astros offsetting most of McCullers’ remaining salary and Milwaukee paying about $2.5 million. McCullers had been on the injured list with shoulder inflammation; he last pitched May 13, and previously went 2-3 with a 6.86 ERA in eight Houston starts this season.

via NBC Sports|

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sports2 months ago•9 min saved

Brewers cut McCullers Jr. as Stallings steps in for bullpen depth

Milwaukee designated right-hander Lance McCullers Jr. for assignment after a brief, underwhelming stint since his July 15 trade from the Astros, with Garrett Stallings recalled to take his bullpen spot. McCullers, who has battled injuries and posted a 6.52 ERA since 2025, is expected to clear waivers and could pursue a minor‑league deal or re-sign elsewhere, while the Brewers—leading the NL Central with a strong bullpen—move on quickly.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

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sports2 months ago•2 min saved

Royals Move Misner to DFA, Fill 40-man Spot with Nate Pearson

Kansas City designated outfielder Kameron Misner for assignment to clear a 40-man roster spot for right-hander Nate Pearson, whose acquisition from the Astros is now confirmed. Misner, a 2018 first-round pick, has struggled in 18 MLB games this season (.220/.256/.244) but has shined in Triple-A Omaha (.286/.378/.563 with 14 homers and 14 steals). He’s in the last year of his three minor-league option years, so he can be sent to Triple-A if unclaimed or traded; his DFA window runs for up to five days, with another 48-hour waiver period if he clears.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

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sports4 months ago•3 min saved

Twins Bring Back Royce Lewis as Outman Hits DFA

The Minnesota Twins recalled Royce Lewis from Triple-A St. Paul and designated James Outman for assignment, opening a spot on the 40-man roster. Lewis, who slashed .163/.261/.279 in 119 MLB plate appearances this season, has surged in the minors with a .333/.403/.900 line and 10 homers in 67 Triple-A plate appearances, suggesting improved confidence and potential positional flexibility. Outman owns a .156/.229/.250 season and .144/.235/.284 overall in MLB, and is likely to clear waivers, remaining in Minnesota if unclaimed. The move also prompts infield/outfield reshuffling as the Twins evaluate roles for players like Brooks Lee and Tristan Gray.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

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baseball4 months ago•3 min saved

Rangers DFA Sam Haggerty as Seager, Langford Return

Texas Rangers reinstated Corey Seager and Wyatt Langford from the IL, optioned Cody Freeman and Alejandro Osuna, and designated utilityman Sam Haggerty for assignment after a disappointing .15/.213/.182 batting line this season; with five years of service, Haggerty can reject the assignment for free agency, but a release by Texas appears likely as they clear roster space.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

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sports4 months ago•15 min saved

Padres move on from Castellanos, pivot to youth and versatility

After 59 games with the Padres, Nick Castellanos was designated for assignment as San Diego shifts toward a younger, more versatile roster and a role he didn’t embrace as a part-time contributor; he batted .191 with four homers during his time in San Diego, and the club says the move aligns with its playing-time plan and roster fit.

via Phillies Nation|

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