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The Milwaukee Brewers designated infielder Luis Rengifo for assignment and recalled Cooper Pratt after Rengifo’s disappointing 2026 season; Rengifo heads to the DFA/waivers period with a likely release or trade, while Milwaukee remains on the hook for the remaining salary and Pratt gets a renewed chance at the majors.
The Pittsburgh Pirates designated right-hander Justin Lawrence for assignment to create active and 40-man roster space for Jared Jones, who is expected to start tonight after being activated from the 60-day injured list. Lawrence, 31, has struggled this season (22 innings, 5.32 ERA) with control issues and a spike in home runs; as he is out of options, he’ll likely pass through waivers or head to the minors if unclaimed.
The Mets are designating outfielder Austin Slater for assignment after a short stint that followed his DFA from the Marlins; with A.J. Ewing emerging as a regular and Slater lacking strong platoon or defensive value, the club is clearing a spot on the bench and will move him through waivers or to free agency if unclaimed.
The Mets plan to promote outfield prospect Nick Morabito (No. 10 prospect) from Triple-A and designate Austin Slater for assignment to clear a 40-man roster slot. Morabito could debut in his hometown of Washington, D.C., and has posted a .755 OPS with 4 home runs and 14 stolen bases in Triple-A this season, with left-handed pitching likely to be a factor in his early role.
Toronto reinstates George Springer from the IL and designates Eloy Jiménez for assignment; Jiménez, a bat-only player, hit .290/.343/.290 with 82 wRC+ in 35 plate appearances and didn’t play the field, so Springer’s return at DH shrinks Jiménez’s roster role. Jiménez now heads to DFA waivers or release as Toronto, dealing with injuries and a 13-16 start, seeks stability.
San Francisco designated infielder/outfielder Tyler Fitzgerald for assignment to create a 40-man roster spot for right-hander Dylan Smith, who was acquired from the Tigers and optioned to Triple-A Sacramento. Fitzgerald, 28, flashed strong 2024 numbers but slumped in 2025, losing his starting role and becoming surplus on a deep Giants roster as they added Arraez and others. With a five-day window to trade or place him on waivers, another club is likely to claim or acquire him.
The Mets designated right-hander Cooper Criswell for assignment to clear a spot on the 40-man roster after tonight's two-for-two trade involving Jett Williams. Criswell, who has previously moved through waivers and carries a slightly above-minimum guaranteed contract, could be traded or waived again; he posted a 4.08 ERA in 99 1/3 MLB innings in 2024 and a 3.57 ERA in 17 2/3 MLB innings in 2025, with a 3.70 ERA and a 24.5% strikeout rate in Triple-A Worcester.
The Kansas City Royals designated outfielder Mark Canha for assignment after his underwhelming performance and injury setbacks, making him available on waivers with a chance to be released or claimed by another team, despite his solid past seasons.
The White Sox have designated infielder Jacob Amaya for assignment to make room for Chase Meidroth, who has been reinstated from injury. Amaya, with limited offensive production and out of minor league options, has been DFA'd for the second time this season and will go on waivers within five days, with a chance to reject an outright assignment if unclaimed.
DJ LeMahieu received a DFA from the Yankees, marking a potential end to his career with the team after 15 years and 1,772 hits, tying him with Shoeless Joe Jackson for 431st on the all-time hits list, leaving his future uncertain.
DJ LeMahieu's Yankees career has ended as he was designated for assignment due to injuries and reduced role, leaving the team responsible for $22 million remaining on his contract.
The Washington Nationals designated outfielder Juan Yepez for assignment to make room for Brady House on the roster. Yepez, 27, has struggled this season with limited offensive production and is now in DFA limbo, with potential to be traded or sent to the minors if unclaimed.
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.
The Washington Nationals have designated pitcher Jorge Lopez for assignment, citing a focus on developing younger bullpen arms and unrelated to his recent performance, despite his challenging start to the 2025 season. Lopez, a veteran with a history of fluctuating success, was signed to a $3 million deal but has struggled with a 6.57 ERA this year. The move follows Lopez's past controversies and a decision to give opportunities to other relievers like Eduardo Salazar, as the Nationals explore options to trade or waive Lopez.
Mets reliever Jorge López was designated for assignment after a tumultuous game and a misquoted statement. Initially reported as calling the Mets the "worst team," López clarified he meant he was the "worst teammate." Despite his apology and clarification, the Mets cited his behavior and lack of remorse as reasons for the DFA.