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Rangers Claim Jose Barrero Off Waivers

Jose Barrero claimed off waivers by the Rangers from the Reds.

Barrero struggled at the plate in 2022 but showed improvement in Triple-A in 2023. [ more ]

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Orioles Claim Livan Soto From Angels

The Orioles claimed infielder Jose Rojas off waivers from the Angels.

Rojas is considered a strong defender and solid contact hitter, but with little power. [ more ]

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ESPN.com

4 days ago

White Sox put INF Mendick (back) on 10-day IL

The Chicago White Sox placed Danny Mendick on the 10-day injured list due to lower back tightness. [ more ]

ABC7 Chicago

5 days ago

White Sox INF Danny Mendick (back) placed on injured list

Infielder Danny Mendick placed on 10-day injured list with lower back tightness. [ more ]

The Telegraph

D-backs sign INF Elvis Andrus to minor league deal with invite to big league camp

Elvis Andrus signed with the Arizona Diamondbacks on a minor league contract

Andrus could be a backup middle infielder for the D-backs [ more ]

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NESN.com

1 week ago

Boston Red Sox

Red Sox Make Surprising Roster Move To Add Garrett Cooper

The Boston Red Sox designated Pablo Reyes for assignment to make room for Garrett Cooper on the roster. [ more ]

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Red Sox, Dalton Guthrie Agree To Minor League Deal

Dalton Guthrie signed a minor league contract with the Red Sox

Guthrie has shown decent performance in limited MLB and Triple-A play [ more ]

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Boston Red Sox claim White Sox infielder Romy Gonzalez off waivers - Yahoo Sports

The Boston Red Sox have claimed Romy González off waivers.

González is known for his versatility, playing multiple positions in the infield and outfield. [ more ]

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Boston Red Sox

Red Sox claim infielder/outfielder Romy Gonzalez off waivers from White Sox - The Boston Globe

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2 weeks ago

Royals Release Mike Brosseau

Mike Brosseau released by Royals after struggling in Triple-A. [ more ]

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New York Yankees

Yankees sign Rougned Odor to minor-league deal

Odor signs minor-league contract with Yankees

Odor's inconsistent performance and impact in various teams [ more ]

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Rangers Re-Sign Matt Duffy

Duffy re-signed with the Rangers on a new minor league deal after opting out of his previous contract.

Duffy has struggled at the plate in recent seasons, but his versatility and MLB experience make him valuable as a depth option. [ more ]

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Kevin Newman Opts Out Of Diamondbacks Deal

Kevin Newman opted out of minor league contract with Diamondbacks and is now a free agent.

Newman has been with the Reds for a season, showing potential in 2019 but mainly serving as a utility player. [ more ]

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Reds Release Tony Kemp

The Reds released a veteran player who signed a minor league deal after being reassigned to minor league camp.

Kemp is now a free agent looking for a new team with clearer playing time opportunities. [ more ]

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Red Sox Have Shown Interest In Gio Urshela

The Red Sox are showing interest in free agent Gio Urshela.

Urshela has attracted interest from multiple clubs due to his past performance. [ more ]

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Marlins Made Recent Offer To Tim Anderson

The Miami Marlins have made an offer to free-agent infielder Tim Anderson, who became a free agent after the White Sox declined his club option.

Anderson's 2023 season was a major decline from his previous years, with his offensive production dropping significantly. [ more ]

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NPB's Yomiuri Giants Sign Rougned Odor

Rougned Odor has signed with the Yomiuri Giants of Nippon Professional Baseball.

Odor had been a free agent since he was released by the Padres in July. [ more ]

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Chicago Sun-Times

White Sox infielders coach likes new 'sure-handed' middle IF tandem

Time for Tim Anderson to catch on with Marlins

White Sox opt for DeJong and Lopez over Anderson [ more ]

Twin Cities

Chicago White Sox add another infielder with local ties, signing Paul DeJong after last week's trade for Nicky Lopez

The Chicago White Sox signed Paul DeJong to a one-year deal to fill infield holes.

DeJong has a career slash line of .229/.299/.417 with 116 home runs and 344 RBIs in seven seasons. [ more ]

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New York Mets

Mets Sign Jose Rondon To Minor League Deal

The Mets have signed infielder/outfielder José Rondón to a minor league deal.

Rondón has 169 games of major league experience and has played all four infield positions, the outfield corners, and even pitched an inning. [ more ]

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Mariners To Sign Nick Solak To Minor League Deal

The Seattle Mariners have signed infielder/outfielder Nick Solak to a minor league deal with an invite to major league Spring Training.

Solak had a strong debut in 2019 but his production has dipped since then, and his defense has become a concern. [ more ]

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Padres Select Donovan Solano

Donovan Solano brings valuable utility and hitting skills to the Padres at 36 years old. [ more ]

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Nationals To Select Trey Lipscomb

Trey Lipscomb is set to replace injured Nick Senzel on the Nationals' active roster.

Lipscomb has shown versatility in playing multiple infield positions with strong offensive capabilities. [ more ]

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Diamondbacks Sign Elvis Andrus To Minors Contract

Elvis Andrus signed to Diamondbacks' minor league contract and Spring Training invitation

Andrus and Newman competing for backup role at shortstop [ more ]

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Harold Castro Signs With Mexican League's Toros De Tijuana

Harold Castro signed with Toros de Tijuana for 2024 season as an experienced infielder.

Castro has shown high average hitting but lacking power and walks in his major league career. [ more ]

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Cardinals To Sign Brandon Crawford

The Cardinals are signing shortstop Brandon Crawford pending a physical exam.

Crawford, a veteran with a successful career, will be taking on a depth job for the first time in his career. [ more ]

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Orioles Outright Diego Castillo

Diego Castillo sent outright to Triple-A Norfolk by Orioles

Castillo may receive a non-roster invite to big league Spring Training. [ more ]

Dodgers Nation

Dodgers Add Daniel Hudson to 40-Man Roster, Option Miguel Vargas and Andre Lipcius

Daniel Hudson added to Dodgers' roster for bullpen

Andre Lipcius designated for assignment and Miguel Vargas optioned [ more ]

Dodgers Nation

Dodgers News: Andrew Friedman Believes Michael Busch is a Major League Player

Dodgers prospect Michael Busch has struggled to find a spot on the roster due to inconsistencies in his hitting.

Despite his struggles, Dodgers management believes Busch is a major league player.

The team may explore trying Busch out in the outfield to increase his opportunities. [ more ]

Dodgers Nation

Dodgers News: Andrew Friedman Has High Praise, Expectations for Miguel Vargas

Young infielder Miguel Vargas struggled in the 2023 season for the Dodgers and was eventually optioned to Triple-A.

Despite his struggles, the team remains high on Vargas and hopes he can contribute in the 2024 season. [ more ]

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Former Dodgers Infielder Yonny Hernandez Signs Minor League Deal With NL Squad

Former Dodgers infielder Yonny Hernandez has signed a minor league deal with the Milwaukee Brewers.

Hernandez's best season came in 2021 with the Texas Rangers, hitting .217 with six RBIs and 11 stolen bases. [ more ]

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Rays Sign Yu Chang To Minor League Deal

Chang signed minor league deal with Rays

Chang provides versatility and depth in Rays' infield [ more ]

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Angels Sign Ehire Adrianza To Minor League Deal

The Angels have agreed to a minor league deal with veteran infielder Ehire Adrianza.

Adrianza will bring versatility to camp and compete for a spot on the Angels' bench. [ more ]

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New York Yankees

Yankees claim Jordan Groshans off waivers, designate Matt Krook for assignment

The New York Yankees have claimed infielder Jordan Groshans off waivers from the Miami Marlins.

Groshans was a highly regarded prospect in the Blue Jays system, but injuries have hindered his development. [ more ]

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The Guardians' Shortstop Competition

Cleveland Guardians are looking to fill their shortstop position with a young infielder.

Gabriel Arias is the top candidate for the role despite his offensive struggles in the previous season. [ more ]

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J.D. Davis Wins Arbitration Hearing Against Giants

Infielder wins arbitration hearing against the Giants and will make $6.9MM instead of $6.5MM.

Davis had a successful first season as a Giant, hitting 18 home runs and reducing his strikeout rate. [ more ]

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Orioles Acquire Nick Maton

The Baltimore Orioles have acquired infielder from the Detroit Tigers for cash considerations.

This is the second time in recent weeks that the Orioles have traded for an infielder squeezed off the roster in Detroit. [ more ]

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Brewers To Sign Christian Arroyo

The Milwaukee Brewers have signed infielder Christian Arroyo to a contract, although the terms of the deal have not been disclosed.

Arroyo will be a non-roster invitee at the team's spring training camp. [ more ]

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KBO's Heroes To Post Hye Seong Kim For MLB Teams Next Offseason

The Kiwoom Heroes will post infielder Hye Seong Kim for MLB clubs after the 2024 season.

Kim has been a consistent hitter with a high batting average and improving walk rate in the KBO. [ more ]

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Trade Candidate: Ha-Seong Kim

Ha-Seong Kim has been a standout player for the Padres since his underwhelming rookie season.

The Padres have been internally discussing the possibility of trading Kim, but the return would need to be significant. [ more ]

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Mariners Still Exploring Infield, Bullpen Markets

The Mariners are still looking to acquire an infielder and a reliever to strengthen their roster.

Infielder Luis Urias and second baseman Roenis Rojas have had inconsistent performances at the plate, making an upgrade in the infield a sensible target for the Mariners. [ more ]

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Minor MLB Transactions: 12/16/23

Padres sign infielder Nate Mondou to a minor league deal

Giants re-sign catcher Jakson Reetz to a minor league contract [ more ]

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Mets Sign Rylan Bannon To Minor League Deal

The Mets have signed infielder Rylan Bannon to a minor league contract.

Bannon has played in parts of two big league seasons with three different teams. [ more ]

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Atlanta Braves

Braves acquire infielder David Fletcher, catcher Max Stassi from Angels, per report

The Atlanta Braves are acquiring infielder David Fletcher and catcher Max Stassi in a trade with the Los Angeles Angels.

Fletcher is a strong defender and a slap hitter, which contrasts with the Braves' approach. [ more ]

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