The Mets, Phillies, and Jays – and potentially others – have scouts at the Diamondbacks/Cubs game in Chicago today, per Jon Heyman of the MLB Network (via Twitter). That’s as good a place as any for deadline buyers to do their weekend shopping. Kris Bryant and Craig Kimbrel are the most notable names present, but there’s plenty of talent dotting Chicago’s roster. Javier Baez, … [Read more...] about Mets, Phillies, Blue Jays Scouting Cubs/Diamondbacks
Cubs Designate Eric Sogard For Assignment
The Cubs announced Friday that they’ve designated veteran infielder Eric Sogard for assignment in order to open a roster spot for fellow infield veteran Matt Duffy, who has been reinstated from the 60-day injured list. Sogard, 35, signed a minor league deal over the winter but has made his way into 78 games with the Cubs and tallied 180 plate appearances. He’s seen time at … [Read more...] about Cubs Designate Eric Sogard For Assignment
Cubs Claim Johneshwy Fargas, Transfer Brad Wieck To 60-Day IL
The Cubs have claimed outfielder Johneshwy Fargas off waivers from the Mets and created a spot on the 40-man roster by transferring lefty Brad Wieck from the 10-day IL to the 60-day IL, per a club announcement. Fargas, who was designated for assignment by the Mets earlier in the week, has been optioned to Triple-A Iowa. Wieck, who is sidelined by an irregular heartbeat, will … [Read more...] about Cubs Claim Johneshwy Fargas, Transfer Brad Wieck To 60-Day IL
Draft Signings: 7/22/21
The latest on some notable Day Two draft signings. For more on the 2021 draft, check out the prospect rankings and scouting reports compiled by Baseball America, Fangraphs, MLB Pipeline, The Athletic’s Keith Law, and ESPN’s Kiley McDaniel. As well, here is MLB Pipeline’s breakdown of the slot values assigned to each pick in the first 10 rounds, as well as the bonus pool money … [Read more...] about Draft Signings: 7/22/21
Yermin Mercedes Stepping Away From Baseball “Indefinitely”
White Sox designated hitter/catcher Yermin Mercedes announced on Instagram tonight that he’s stepping away from baseball “indefinitely.” The 28-year-old thanked his family, agent Daniel Szew, and his former teammates before concluding his post with the words: “it’s over.” It’s a stunning development for a player whose breakout performance was one of the biggest storylines of … [Read more...] about Yermin Mercedes Stepping Away From Baseball “Indefinitely”
White Sox Sign First Round Pick Colson Montgomery
The White Sox announced they’ve come to terms on a $3.027MM deal with first rounder Colson Montgomery. That matches the slot value associated with the 22nd overall selection. Montgomery’s spot on pre-draft prospect rankings was variable. Kiley McDaniel of ESPN slotted the left-handed hitting infielder 13th, while Baseball America had him 34th and Keith Law of the … [Read more...] about White Sox Sign First Round Pick Colson Montgomery
Luis Robert To Begin Rehab Assignment
White Sox star center fielder Luis Robert has been cleared to begin a minor league rehab assignment, the team announced. He’ll be assigned to High-A Winston-Salem and begin play on Wednesday. Robert has been out since early May after suffering a Grade 3 strain of his right hip flexor tendon. Rehabbing position players can spend up to twenty days in the minors, so Robert’s in … [Read more...] about Luis Robert To Begin Rehab Assignment
Cubs Claim Frank Schwindel Off Waivers From Athletics
The Cubs announced they’ve claimed first baseman Frank Schwindel off waivers from the Athletics and optioned him to Triple-A Iowa. Oakland designated Schwindel for assignment earlier this week. The Cubs had a vacancy on the 40-man roster, so no additional move was necessary. Oakland signed Schwindel to a minor league deal over the winter and selected him to the big league … [Read more...] about Cubs Claim Frank Schwindel Off Waivers From Athletics
White Sox, Lance Lynn Agree To Two-Year, $38MM Extension
The White Sox and Lance Lynn have agreed to a two-year, $38MM extension with a third-year club option that could keep Lynn in Chicago through the 2024 season, the team announced. The White Sox’ acquisition of Lynn this past winter has thus far proved worthwhile. As you may recall, last December 8th, Chicago sent right-hander Dane Dunning and lefty Avery Weems to the Rangers in … [Read more...] about White Sox, Lance Lynn Agree To Two-Year, $38MM Extension