The Cubs announced they’ve designated reliever Julian Merryweather for assignment. He’ll be replaced on the active and 40-man rosters by Brooks Kriske, whose contract was selected from Triple-A. Merryweather, 33, loses his roster spot thanks to a rough start to the season. The hard-throwing righty has given up 13 runs (12 earned) through his first 18 2/3 innings. He has fanned … [Read more...] about Cubs Designate Julian Merryweather For Assignment
Cubs Making Push To Host 2027 All-Star Game
The Cubs’ efforts to host the 2027 All-Star Game appear to be “gaining momentum,” writes Patrick Mooney of The Athletic. Bruce Levine of 670 The Score reported on Thursday afternoon that the game “will be awarded” to the Cubs later this summer, but a team spokesperson subsequently told reporters that no decision has been finalized. In any case, it’s clear the Cubs are hoping … [Read more...] about Cubs Making Push To Host 2027 All-Star Game
White Sox Outright Yoendrys Gómez
The White Sox announced to reporters, including Scott Merkin of MLB.com, that right-hander Yoendrys Gómez has cleared waivers and been outrighted to Triple-A Charlotte. He had been designated for assignment earlier this week. While no player wants to be booted out of the major leagues, it’s possible that this is the best result for Gómez in the short term. He came into 2025 out … [Read more...] about White Sox Outright Yoendrys Gómez
White Sox Option Andrew Vaughn, Tim Elko
The White Sox announced today that outfielders Andrew Benintendi and Mike Tauchman have been reinstated from the injured list. In corresponding moves, first basemen Andrew Vaughn and Tim Elko have been optioned to Triple-A Charlotte. Looking at recent developments, Vaughn being optioned to the minors isn’t a shock. His bat has hovered around league average for most of his … [Read more...] about White Sox Option Andrew Vaughn, Tim Elko
Poll: Did The White Sox Find A Gem In The Rule 5?
There’s not been much for fans on the South Side of Chicago to get excited about of late. The club’s lengthy rebuild in the 2010s assembled a core that included well-regarded pieces like Lucas Giolito, Dylan Cease, Eloy Jimenez, Tim Anderson, Yoan Moncada, and Luis Robert Jr. but did not translate to much success on the field; the group ultimately made it to the playoffs in … [Read more...] about Poll: Did The White Sox Find A Gem In The Rule 5?