Tim Dierkes' MLB Mailbag: Waivers, Gleyber, Goldschmidt
Teams may make financially motivated maneuvers to avoid luxury tax consequences by placing high-salaried players on waivers to reset and avoid penalties.
The Miami Marlins have designated right-hander Chad Ort for assignment, opening a spot for them to claim Declan Cronin off waivers from the Astros.
Ort has been on the roster carousel, getting claimed off waivers by multiple teams in recent months. He has shown potential with his high velocity fastball but has struggled with his command in the majors.
Marlins Outright Kyle Tyler
Tyler went unclaimed on waivers, got outrighted to Triple-A Jacksonville, and has the choice of minor league free agency.
Marlins To Place Josh Bell On Waivers
Marlins placing first baseman on outright waivers
Marlins Designate Kaleb Ort For Assignment
The Miami Marlins have designated right-hander Chad Ort for assignment, opening a spot for them to claim Declan Cronin off waivers from the Astros.
Ort has been on the roster carousel, getting claimed off waivers by multiple teams in recent months. He has shown potential with his high velocity fastball but has struggled with his command in the majors.
Marlins Outright Kyle Tyler
Tyler went unclaimed on waivers, got outrighted to Triple-A Jacksonville, and has the choice of minor league free agency.
J.P. Martínez unclaimed on outright waivers by the Braves after being designated for assignment; likely to remain with Triple-A Gwinnett as outfield depth.
White Sox Outright Zach Remillard
The White Sox outrighted Zach Remillard to Triple-A Charlotte after he went unclaimed on waivers twice this season.
Brewers Outright Kevin Herget
Kevin Herget cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Nashville by Milwaukee Brewers.
Guardians Place Myles Straw On Waivers
Myles Straw placed on waivers with full contract remaining likely to clear waivers and head to Triple-A
Guardians evaluating outfield options with Straw's situation uncertain
Braves Outright J.P. Martinez
J.P. Martínez unclaimed on outright waivers by the Braves after being designated for assignment; likely to remain with Triple-A Gwinnett as outfield depth.
White Sox Outright Zach Remillard
The White Sox outrighted Zach Remillard to Triple-A Charlotte after he went unclaimed on waivers twice this season.
Brewers Outright Kevin Herget
Kevin Herget cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Nashville by Milwaukee Brewers.
Guardians Place Myles Straw On Waivers
Myles Straw placed on waivers with full contract remaining likely to clear waivers and head to Triple-A
Guardians evaluating outfield options with Straw's situation uncertain
The Yankees outrighted outfielder Oscar González and infielder Jeter Downs to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre after they passed through waivers unclaimed.
Outfielder Bubba Thompson was claimed by the Twins after being put on waivers by the Yankees.
Reds Claim Bubba Thompson, Designate Levi Stoudt
The Reds have claimed outfielder Bubba Thompson off waivers.
To make room for Thompson, the Reds designated right-hander Levi Stoudt for assignment.
Yankees Outright Oscar Gonzalez, Jeter Downs
The Yankees outrighted outfielder Oscar González and infielder Jeter Downs to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre after they passed through waivers unclaimed.
Outfielder Bubba Thompson was claimed by the Twins after being put on waivers by the Yankees.
Reds Claim Bubba Thompson, Designate Levi Stoudt
The Reds have claimed outfielder Bubba Thompson off waivers.
To make room for Thompson, the Reds designated right-hander Levi Stoudt for assignment.
Red Sox make first roster move in a month, adding utility man from White Sox
The Red Sox have added infielder/outfielder Romy Gonzalez to their roster through waivers.
Gonzalez provides depth and versatility to the Red Sox and has shown potential with his offensive skills.
Bantering Points: 1/26/24
Filip Chytil returns to practice after concussion
Rangers waive Nick Bonino
Yankees claim Diego Castillo from Mets, designate Jeter Downs for assignment
Diego Castillo has been claimed off waivers by the Yankees after being designated for assignment by the Mets.
Castillo had previously been claimed off waivers by the Diamondbacks.
Blue Jays Claim Brian Serven Off Waivers From Cubs
The Toronto Blue Jays have claimed catcher Brian Serven off waivers from the Chicago Cubs.
Serven has spent his entire career with the Colorado Rockies until earlier this month.
Mets Designate Cooper Hummel For Assignment
The New York Mets have designated Cooper Hummel for assignment.
Max Kranick is joining the team after being claimed off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates.
White Sox Outright Zach Remillard
Zach Remillard has been assigned outright to Triple-A by the White Sox after going unclaimed on waivers.
Remillard is known for his defensive versatility and has played at every position on the diamond except catcher and pitcher in his minor league career.
Mariners Claim Mauricio Llovera From Red Sox
The Mariners have claimed right-hander Mauricio Llovera from the Red Sox.
Llovera was designated for assignment by the Red Sox when they signed Lucas Giolito.
Braves Outright David Fletcher
Infielder David Fletcher has been assigned outright to Triple-A Gwinnett by the Braves after clearing waivers.
The move creates flexibility for the Braves by opening a spot on the 40-man roster.