Left-hander Jake Eder has been traded from the White Sox to the Angels for cash considerations, per announcements from both clubs. The Halos have optioned Eder to Triple-A Salt Lake. The Sox had designated him for assignment last week. To open a 40-man spot, the Angels designated right-hander Michael Petersen for assignment. Eder, 26, was a notable prospect a few years ago but … [Read more...] about Angels Acquire Jake Eder, Designate Michael Petersen For Assignment
Orioles Acquire Cody Poteet
The Orioles have acquired right-hander Cody Poteet from the Cubs in exchange for cash considerations, per an announcement out of Baltimore. Poteet had been designated for assignment by the Cubs prior to Opening Day to make room for right-hander Brad Keller on their 40-man roster. The righty has been optioned to Triple-A Norfolk by the Orioles, whose 40-man roster now stands at … [Read more...] about Orioles Acquire Cody Poteet
White Sox Outright Oscar Colás
The White Sox announced that outfielder Oscar Colás has cleared waivers and been sent outright to Triple-A Charlotte. He had been designated for assignment a couple of days ago when the club was making its final roster moves ahead of Opening Day. Seeing this transaction would have been surprising a few years ago but is far more understandable given the way things have played … [Read more...] about White Sox Outright Oscar Colás
Cubs Outright Keegan Thompson
The Cubs sent reliever Keegan Thompson outright to Triple-A Iowa earlier this week, according to the MLB.com transaction log. Chicago had designated the right-hander for assignment as they set their roster for the Tokyo Series. Thompson had a tough Spring Training, surrendering three runs (all on solo homers) across 4 2/3 innings. He was one of a number of Cubs relievers who … [Read more...] about Cubs Outright Keegan Thompson
Cubs Designate Cody Poteet For Assignment
The Cubs announced Thursday that they’ve designated right-hander Cody Poteet for assignment. His spot on the roster will go to righty Brad Keller, who has now formally been selected to the roster. The Cubs also placed righties Tyson Miller (left hip impingement), righty Ryan Brasier (groin strain) and infielder/outfielder Vidal Brujan (elbow sprain) on the injured list and … [Read more...] about Cubs Designate Cody Poteet For Assignment