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sports1 month ago•3 min saved

Gurriel Jr. Returns to Diamondbacks, Baker DFA’d to Make Room

Arizona reinstated Lourdes Gurriel Jr. from the 10-day IL after his ACL tear, making room by DFA’ing first baseman Luken Baker. Gurriel could be back in the lineup as soon as this weekend after a rapid rehab, while Baker, who had limited MLB action since April 7, may clear waivers and elect free agency if outrighted. The first-base/DH situation has been in flux due to Santana and Smith injuries, with Jose Fernandez and Ildemaro Vargas contributing as options.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

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sports5 months ago•2 min saved

Diamondbacks Sign Former Cardinals Slugger Luken Baker to Minor League Deal

The Arizona Diamondbacks signed first baseman Luken Baker to a minor league contract after he tested free agency, aiming to see if his power-hitting can translate to the majors, with potential platoon roles and roster flexibility in mind.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

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sports3 years ago•3 min saved

Luken Baker set for MLB debut with Cardinals.

The St. Louis Cardinals have called up prospect Luken Baker from Class AAA Memphis for his major league debut as they aim to avoid a sweep in Game 3 against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Baker has hit 18 home runs with a batting average of .313 and an OPS of 1.076 in 54 games with Memphis this season. The Cardinals have made several changes to their starting lineup, including giving rest to some of their starters. The game will feature a pitching matchup between RHP Miles Mikolas and LHP Rich Hill.

via St. Louis Post-Dispatch|

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