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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|

#arizona-diamondbacks #designated-for-assignment #lourdes-gurriel-jr

sports2 months ago•12 min saved

D-backs land Lars Nootbaar, trade package under debate

Arizona is reportedly acquiring Lars Nootbaar, triggering fan debate over what the Diamondbacks will give up and how the versatile outfielder fits into the lineup as they push for the postseason. The thread riffs on potential return pieces (with mentions of Daniel Eagan and others), defensive positioning, and whether Nootbaar can provide a spark in Arizona’s outfield.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#arizona-diamondbacks #lars-nootbaar #mlb-trade

sports3 months ago•5 min saved

Mets' turf miscue fuels 'comedy of errors' in loss to Blue Jays

Gary Cohen and Ron Darling railed at the Mets’ outfield miscue that opened the scoring in Toronto, as George Springer’s looping ball was misplayed by Juan Soto and then fumbled by rookie A.J. Ewing, turning a potential play into a little-league homer. The ball went for a Springer triple (error charged to Ewing), helping the Blue Jays beat the Mets 2-1. The scene underscored a rough season for New York, which recently changed managers by firing Carlos Mendoza, and left the Mets at 35-50 with ongoing defensive woes on a high-payroll club.

via Awful Announcing|

#bluejays #mets #misplays

sports4 months ago•2 min saved

Yankees Rebuild Outfield On The Fly Without Aaron Judge

With Aaron Judge sidelined by a rib fracture, the Yankees must remap their outfield around Cody Bellinger in left and Trent Grisham in center, while right field remains a rotation among Caballero, Jones and Schuemann. Domínguez and Stanton’s return adds further variables, but there’s no clear optimal configuration, leaving Boone to weigh defensive fit against offense as he lines up the lineup for the Guardians series.

via Pinstripe Alley|

#aaron-judge #baseball #injury

sports4 months ago•13 min saved

Mets Promote Nick Morabito to MLB Debut Amid Outfield Shuffle

The Mets will promote Nick Morabito for his MLB debut, filling the roster spot created by Austin Slater’s DFA. Morabito, a 23-year-old outfield prospect (No. 75 in the 2022 draft), has slashed .253/.364/.390 with 4 home runs and strong baserunning in Triple-A Syracuse and is viewed as a speedy, versatile defender who can handle all three outfield spots. With Juan Soto leaning into DH time due to injuries and rookies Carson Benge and A.J. Ewing contributing, Morabito could carve out a depth role while remaining on the 40-man roster with three minor league option years remaining, keeping him under club control through 2032 depending on service time.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#mets #mlb-prospect #nick-morabito

sports4 months ago•3 min saved

Mets Designate Austin Slater for Assignment as Bench Shifts

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.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#austin-slater #dfa #mets

sports4 months ago•4 min saved

Pirates Elevate Jhostynxon García to MLB Roster

The Pittsburgh Pirates plan to promote outfielder Jhostynxon García from Triple-A Indianapolis to the major league club, aiming for him to get everyday at-bats in right field as Nick Yorke was optioned and injuries/slumps affect the outfield. García has surged in the minors after a slow start and a strong spring, and could add depth as the Pirates try to rebound from a rough stretch and bolster their lineup as O’Hearn recovers from the injured list and Ozuna struggles.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#jhostynxon-garcia #outfield #pirates

sports5 months ago•5 min saved

D-backs DFA Alek Thomas, Call Up Waldschmidt to Major Leagues

Arizona designated Alek Thomas for assignment to clear a 40-man roster spot and promoted top prospect Ryan Waldschmidt to the majors, with Waldschmidt expected to get regular outfield work. Thomas, once a top prospect, has struggled offensively and is out of minor league options. The team also activated Tyler Locklear from the IL and optioned him to Triple-A Reno.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#alekthomas #diamondbacks #mlb

sports5 months ago•3 min saved

Red Sox Place Roman Anthony on 10-Day IL, Gasper Recalled

Boston placed outfielder Roman Anthony on the 10-day injured list with a sprained ligament in his right ring finger, with utilityman Mickey Gasper recalled to fill the roster. Anthony left a game with wrist discomfort and hasn’t played recently; the IL stint could be backdated to Tuesday, targeting about a one-week return. The move eases an outfield logjam and allows regular playing time for Duran, Abreu, Rafaela, and Yoshida, with Gasper providing multi-positional depth.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#injuries #mlb #outfield

sports5 months ago•2 min saved

Red Sox juggle lineup as injuries bite and Gray nears return

Boston is navigating a wave of injuries: Roman Anthony has wrist discomfort and traveled to Boston for a specialist (X-rays in Detroit were negative), Danny Coulombe is on the 15-day IL with cervical spasms, and Brayan Bello will open instead of starting. Sonny Gray is expected to be activated to start vs the Tigers, while Ranger Suarez and Garrett Crochet deal with hamstring and shoulder issues. With an outfield logjam, Masataka Yoshida is being benched for pinch-hitting use, and Jarren Duran provided a timely homer as the Sox reshuffle around Anthony's absence.

via Over the Monster|

#injuries #outfield #red-sox

sports6 months ago•7 min saved

Pham Returns to Mets, Adds Veteran Outfield Depth

The New York Mets plan to add veteran outfielder Tommy Pham to the major-league roster from a minor-league deal, which will require a 40-man roster move as they head into a series with the Dodgers; with Juan Soto sidelined and the current outfield mix struggling, Pham's veteran experience could provide needed stability for the Mets.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#mets #mlb #outfield

sports6 months ago•4 min saved

Marlins’ Stowers and Ruiz Suffer Injuries, Imaging Pending

Kyle Stowers left Friday's Grapefruit League game with right hamstring tightness and Esteury Ruiz exited with a left oblique strain; imaging results have not yet been released. Stowers has a history of a minor hamstring issue and has mostly been limited to live batting practice, while Ruiz’s oblique could sideline him for weeks if not minor. If Stowers opens the season on the 10-day injured list, internal options like Javier Sanoja, Heriberto Hernandez, Christopher Morel, or Connor Norby could fill in in left field, and Miami may seek further outfield depth via trades or free agents depending on camp outcomes. Manager Clayton McCullough provided no new updates on imaging.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#baseball #injuries #marlins

sports6 months ago•30 min saved

Yankees Option Jasson Domínguez to Triple-A, Solidify Veteran Outfield

The Yankees optioned outfielder Jasson Domínguez to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre as they finalize their 2026 outfield around Cody Bellinger, Trent Grisham and Aaron Judge, with Giancarlo Stanton at DH. Domínguez, who isn’t a fit for a short-side platoon, will get everyday playing time in the minors and would be the first call-up if an injury or underperformance opens a spot. The move also raises brief service-time questions, though recall timing could affect arbitration implications; this marks Domínguez’s second of three option years.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#jasson-dominguez #outfield #platoon

sports7 months ago•1 min saved

Royals add veteran Marte on short-term deal to shore up outfield

The Kansas City Royals reportedly signed Starling Marte to a one-year contract to bolster a weak outfield. Marte, 37, hit .270/.335/.410 with nine homers and seven steals in 98 games for the Mets last season and would likely serve mainly as a designated hitter with limited outfield time due to defensive limitations, as Isaac Collins and Lane Thomas compete for playing time.

via Royals Review|

#free-agency #kansas-city-royals #mlb

sports7 months ago•14 min saved

Royals Tap Starling Marte on a One-Year Deal

The Kansas City Royals have agreed to a one-year MLB contract with Starling Marte, pending a physical and a roster move. Marte, who will be 37, comes off an injury-plagued stint with the Mets but posted a .269/.331/.398 line with 16 homers across 2024–25 and could add veteran depth to KC’s outfield/DH mix, joining Isaac Collins, Lane Thomas, and Jac Caglianone as the Royals bolster left/right-field options. The deal fits KC’s modest payroll outlook in the mid-$140s millions and provides flexibility as they seek upgradeable depth without a long-term commitment.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#kansas-city-royals #mlb #one-year-contract