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2024 Gold Glove Awards: Jared Triolo Wins Over Kike Hernandez & Brendan Donovan

Brendan Donovan of the St. Louis Cardinals won the 2024 Gold Glove Award at utility position, his second overall after winning in 2022.
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Charlie Culberson announces his retirement

Charlie Culberson has officially retired after 11 seasons in Major League Baseball, known for his versatility and clubhouse presence.

Charlie Culberson Attempting To Become Pitcher, Re-Signs With Braves On Minors Deal

Charlie Culberson has re-signed with the Braves on a minor league deal and will report to minor league camp as a pitcher.
Culberson has a history of playing multiple positions in the majors and has had success pitching in limited appearances.

Charlie Culberson announces his retirement

Charlie Culberson has officially retired after 11 seasons in Major League Baseball, known for his versatility and clubhouse presence.

Charlie Culberson Attempting To Become Pitcher, Re-Signs With Braves On Minors Deal

Charlie Culberson has re-signed with the Braves on a minor league deal and will report to minor league camp as a pitcher.
Culberson has a history of playing multiple positions in the majors and has had success pitching in limited appearances.
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Giants Sign Cavan Biggio To Minor League Contract

The Giants signed Cavan Biggio to a minor league deal to bolster their utility options and provide balance for the season's end.

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.

Joey Wendle Elects Free Agency

Joey Wendle rejected Braves' assignment and elected free agency after limited playing time and sub-par performance.
Wendle was once a versatile utility player with solid contact skills and defensive capabilities, notably in Tampa Bay.

Culberson strikes out with Braves in try to be P

Charlie Culberson was attempting to transition into a pitcher at 34 but was released by the Atlanta Braves.
Culberson has primarily been a utility player with limited pitching experience and is not considering retirement.

Matt Duffy Opts Out Of Minors Contract With Rangers

Infielder exercised opt-out clause in minor league deal with Rangers.
Duffy's role in MLB has evolved into a part-time utility player in recent years.

Diamondbacks Release Elvis Andrus

The Diamondbacks released Elvis Andrus from his minor league deal
Geraldo Perdomo will be the team's everyday shortstop

Giants Sign Cavan Biggio To Minor League Contract

The Giants signed Cavan Biggio to a minor league deal to bolster their utility options and provide balance for the season's end.

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.

Joey Wendle Elects Free Agency

Joey Wendle rejected Braves' assignment and elected free agency after limited playing time and sub-par performance.
Wendle was once a versatile utility player with solid contact skills and defensive capabilities, notably in Tampa Bay.

Culberson strikes out with Braves in try to be P

Charlie Culberson was attempting to transition into a pitcher at 34 but was released by the Atlanta Braves.
Culberson has primarily been a utility player with limited pitching experience and is not considering retirement.

Matt Duffy Opts Out Of Minors Contract With Rangers

Infielder exercised opt-out clause in minor league deal with Rangers.
Duffy's role in MLB has evolved into a part-time utility player in recent years.

Diamondbacks Release Elvis Andrus

The Diamondbacks released Elvis Andrus from his minor league deal
Geraldo Perdomo will be the team's everyday shortstop
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Dodgers' Chris Taylor Feels 'As Close to 100 Percent as I've Been in a While'

The Los Angeles Dodgers prioritize depth and have had success due to their deep roster.
Chris Taylor, a utility player for the Dodgers, provides value with his ability to play multiple positions.

2023 Los Angeles Dodgers Player Reviews: Yonny Hernandez

The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired Yonny Hernández in a trade with the Oakland Athletics in December 2022.
Hernández provided defensive versatility and saw time at second and third base during his stint with the Dodgers.

Dodgers' Utility Man Chris Taylor Unsure of His Role Next Season

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a stacked roster heading into the 2024 season, but utility man Chris Taylor is unsure of his role.
Taylor is willing to play wherever is best for the team and fill in where needed.
He played multiple positions in 2023 and will likely continue to do so in 2024, primarily in the outfield.

Chris Taylor Recently Worked With Dodgers' Hitting Coaches; 'Right Now My Swing Feels Good'

Chris Taylor discusses his swing mechanics and confidence going into spring training.
Last season, Taylor had a slow start but improved his performance after a 3-for-3 game in May.

Dodgers Free Agent Rumors: Kike Hernandez Receiving Strong Interest

Kiké Hernández is a free agent after a successful second half of the 2023 season with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
He is drawing interest as a center fielder from playoff-caliber teams because of his versatility and defensive skills.

Dodgers News: Chris Taylor Worked On Swing Changes

Chris Taylor returns to the Dodgers after injury, aiming to improve his swing and adapt to a utility role for the team.

Dodgers' Chris Taylor Feels 'As Close to 100 Percent as I've Been in a While'

The Los Angeles Dodgers prioritize depth and have had success due to their deep roster.
Chris Taylor, a utility player for the Dodgers, provides value with his ability to play multiple positions.

2023 Los Angeles Dodgers Player Reviews: Yonny Hernandez

The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired Yonny Hernández in a trade with the Oakland Athletics in December 2022.
Hernández provided defensive versatility and saw time at second and third base during his stint with the Dodgers.

Dodgers' Utility Man Chris Taylor Unsure of His Role Next Season

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a stacked roster heading into the 2024 season, but utility man Chris Taylor is unsure of his role.
Taylor is willing to play wherever is best for the team and fill in where needed.
He played multiple positions in 2023 and will likely continue to do so in 2024, primarily in the outfield.

Chris Taylor Recently Worked With Dodgers' Hitting Coaches; 'Right Now My Swing Feels Good'

Chris Taylor discusses his swing mechanics and confidence going into spring training.
Last season, Taylor had a slow start but improved his performance after a 3-for-3 game in May.

Dodgers Free Agent Rumors: Kike Hernandez Receiving Strong Interest

Kiké Hernández is a free agent after a successful second half of the 2023 season with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
He is drawing interest as a center fielder from playoff-caliber teams because of his versatility and defensive skills.

Dodgers News: Chris Taylor Worked On Swing Changes

Chris Taylor returns to the Dodgers after injury, aiming to improve his swing and adapt to a utility role for the team.
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2024 player review Jacob MacDonald: Utility player

MacDonald served as a utility player for the Sharks but was deemed expendable due to limited impact, showing inconsistency in his performance.

Mets Acquire Pablo Reyes From Red Sox

The Mets acquired utilityman Pablo Reyes from the Red Sox, marking David Stearns' second acquisition of Reyes.
Reyes has had multiple MLB stints with different teams, showing decent batting average but lacking power.
Reyes cleared waivers and was outrighted to Boston's Triple-A affiliate before being traded to the Mets.

Dodgers Prospect Notes: Austin Gauthier hot after promotion, Jared Karros scoreless week, Maddux Bruns & Patrick Copen find success - Dodgers Digest

Austin Gauthier, a utilityman, excels in Triple-A with an impressive BB/K ratio and positional versatility.
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Red Sox Recall Slick-Fielding Utility Man Before Home Opener

The Red Sox optioned Bobby Dalbec and called up Romy González for versatility.
Romy González provides offensive spark and defensive versatility to the Red Sox lineup.

Yankees Sign Josh VanMeter To Minor League Deal

The New York Yankees have signed utility player Josh VanMeter to a minor league deal.
VanMeter has 300 games of big league experience and offers defensive versatility.

Orioles Trade Diego Castillo To Twins

Diego Castillo, a 26-year-old utility player, was traded from the Orioles to the Twins for cash.
Castillo has moved between multiple organizations in a short period but has shown promise with his hitting and defensive versatility.

Red Sox Recall Slick-Fielding Utility Man Before Home Opener

The Red Sox optioned Bobby Dalbec and called up Romy González for versatility.
Romy González provides offensive spark and defensive versatility to the Red Sox lineup.

Yankees Sign Josh VanMeter To Minor League Deal

The New York Yankees have signed utility player Josh VanMeter to a minor league deal.
VanMeter has 300 games of big league experience and offers defensive versatility.

Orioles Trade Diego Castillo To Twins

Diego Castillo, a 26-year-old utility player, was traded from the Orioles to the Twins for cash.
Castillo has moved between multiple organizations in a short period but has shown promise with his hitting and defensive versatility.
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NL West Notes: Dodgers, Hernandez, Pederson, Ray

The Angels fear that utility player Enrique Hernandez prefers to return to the Dodgers.
Hernandez's positional versatility and league-average offense make him a valuable bench option.

Enrique Hernandez Reportedly Deciding Between Four Teams

Enrique Hernandez is considering offers from the Giants, Angels, Twins, and Padres.
Hernandez's versatility and offensive stats make him an attractive utility player for various MLB teams.

NL West Notes: Dodgers, Hernandez, Pederson, Ray

The Angels fear that utility player Enrique Hernandez prefers to return to the Dodgers.
Hernandez's positional versatility and league-average offense make him a valuable bench option.

Enrique Hernandez Reportedly Deciding Between Four Teams

Enrique Hernandez is considering offers from the Giants, Angels, Twins, and Padres.
Hernandez's versatility and offensive stats make him an attractive utility player for various MLB teams.
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Rays Planning Utility Role For Amed Rosario

Amed Rosario will have a multi-position role with the Rays
Rosario will be used to boost the team's production against left-handed pitching.

Orioles Claim Diego Castillo, Designate Livan Soto

The Baltimore Orioles have claimed Diego Castillo off waivers from the Philadelphia Phillies.
Castillo has had limited success in the major leagues, but has excelled in the upper minors.
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Wednesday BP: Giants trade for utility player Otto Lopez

The San Francisco Giants have acquired utility player Otto López in a trade with the Toronto Blue Jays for cash considerations.
López is known for his excellent offensive numbers and defensive versatility, but has limited power and stolen base success.

Community Prospect List No. 16

Utility player Tyler Fitzgerald is ranked as the No. 15 prospect in the San Francisco Giants organization.
Fitzgerald had an impressive season in the minors, showing improvement in his batting average, strikeout rate, and power numbers.

A "true" second baseman

Thairo Estrada started as a utility man but had a breakout year in 2022 playing second base for the San Francisco Giants.
Estrada also played other positions such as shortstop, outfield, and third base throughout the season.

Wednesday BP: Giants trade for utility player Otto Lopez

The San Francisco Giants have acquired utility player Otto López in a trade with the Toronto Blue Jays for cash considerations.
López is known for his excellent offensive numbers and defensive versatility, but has limited power and stolen base success.

Community Prospect List No. 16

Utility player Tyler Fitzgerald is ranked as the No. 15 prospect in the San Francisco Giants organization.
Fitzgerald had an impressive season in the minors, showing improvement in his batting average, strikeout rate, and power numbers.

A "true" second baseman

Thairo Estrada started as a utility man but had a breakout year in 2022 playing second base for the San Francisco Giants.
Estrada also played other positions such as shortstop, outfield, and third base throughout the season.
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Red Sox Sign Ex-Phillies Utility Man To Minor League Deal

The Boston Red Sox signed utility man Dalton Guthrie to a minor league deal.
Guthrie has played multiple positions and reached the big leagues in the last two seasons.

Reds Sign Josh Harrison To Minor League Deal

The Cincinnati Reds have signed utility man Josh Harrison to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training.
Harrison's versatility and experience make him a potential option for the Reds in the future if injuries occur or if he performs well in Triple-A.

Red Sox Claim Utility Player From White Sox, DFA Pitcher

The Boston Red Sox claimed utility player Romy González from the Chicago White Sox
To make room on the 40-man roster, the Red Sox designated Zack Weiss for assignment

Yankees Sign Jose Rojas To Minor League Deal

Utility player Rojas has signed a minor league deal with the Yankees, with an invite to major league camp.
Rojas had a strong season in Korea, hitting 19 home runs and having a batting line that was 26% better than the league average.

Reunion Between Kike Hernandez and Dodgers 'Possible' Says Insider From The Athletic

Kiké Hernández was productive after rejoining the Dodgers in the 2023 season.
There is a possibility of a reunion between Hernández and the Dodgers this offseason.
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