The Cubs announced that they have signed left-hander Génesis Cabrera, a move that had been previously reported. In a corresponding move, right-hander Brooks Kriske has been designated for assignment. Kriske, 31, was only just added to the roster less than a week ago. He made one appearance, tossing two scoreless innings against the Reds on Saturday. Unfortunately, the club … [Read more...] about Cubs Designate Brooks Kriske For Assignment
White Sox Release Dan Altavilla
The White Sox have released right-handed reliever Dan Altavilla, per the transaction log at MiLB.com. He’d been on a minor league deal and pitching with their Triple-A affiliate in Charlotte. Altavilla, 32, boasts a sharp 2.49 ERA in 21 2/3 frames with the Knights this season, including a recent run of 11 2/3 shutout innings. He’s fanned only 19.8% of his opponents against a … [Read more...] about White Sox Release Dan Altavilla
Miguel Amaya Likely Out Four To Six Weeks
Cubs catcher Miguel Amaya hit the injured list over the weekend due to a left oblique strain. At the time of his IL placement, the team indicated that Amaya was headed for imaging to determine the severity of the injury. That step has been completed, and manager Craig Counsell informed the Cubs beat last night that Amaya will likely be out for the next four to six weeks (link … [Read more...] about Miguel Amaya Likely Out Four To Six Weeks
MLBTR Podcast: Bregman Injured, Marcelo Mayer Called Up, And Pirates Talk
The latest episode of the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast is now live on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you subscribe as well! You can also use the player at this link to listen, if you don’t use Spotify or Apple for podcasts. This week, host Darragh McDonald is joined by Anthony Franco of MLB Trade Rumors to discuss… The Red Sox calling up … [Read more...] about MLBTR Podcast: Bregman Injured, Marcelo Mayer Called Up, And Pirates Talk
Cubs Remain Open To In-Season Extension Talks With Pete Crow-Armstrong
The Cubs made an effort to lock up center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong during Spring Training. At the time, an MLB.com report indicated that Chicago made an offer that could have maxed out around $75MM had all the option years been exercised — though the actual guarantee would have checked in lower than that. Last week, Jon Heyman of The New York Post reported that the Cubs … [Read more...] about Cubs Remain Open To In-Season Extension Talks With Pete Crow-Armstrong