The Cubs have designated right-hander Chris Flexen for assignment, according to multiple members of the Cubs beat (including Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times). Right-hander Gavin Hollowell was called up from Triple-A Iowa in the corresponding move. Signed to a minor league deal this past winter, Flexen’s contract was selected to Chicago’s roster at the start of May and he … [Read more...] about Cubs Designate Chris Flexen
Yankees Notes: Judge, Bellinger, Goldschmidt, Slater, Schlittler
Aaron Judge’s right flexor strain continues to be the overarching story impacting the Yankees’ business on and off the field as the trade deadline approaches. Manager Aaron Boone provided some more details on Judge’s status in an interview with Jomboy Media’s “Talkin’ Yanks” podcast (link to X) today, saying that Judge is slated to start hitting off a tee no later than … [Read more...] about Yankees Notes: Judge, Bellinger, Goldschmidt, Slater, Schlittler
Ryne Sandberg Passes Away
Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg has passed away at age 65. The Cubs announced the devastating news on Monday evening. Sandberg had battled metastatic prostate cancer since at least January 2024. “Ryne Sandberg was a legend of the Chicago Cubs franchise and a beloved figure throughout Major League Baseball. He was a five-tool player who excelled in every facet of the game thanks to … [Read more...] about Ryne Sandberg Passes Away
Cubs, Jed Hoyer Agree To Multi-Year Extension
The Cubs have agreed to a multi-year contract extension with president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer. The team announced the move this afternoon. Cubs executive chairman Tom Ricketts praised his POBO in a press release: “Jed and his baseball operations staff have built a healthy player development organization and put an exciting, playoff-contending team on the field. We are … [Read more...] about Cubs, Jed Hoyer Agree To Multi-Year Extension
Mets Discussing Mark Vientos In Trade Talks
The Mets are clear buyers this summer with a 1.5 game lead over the Phillies for control of the NL East, but that doesn’t mean it’s impossible that they would deal from their big league roster. As the club seeks help in multiple areas of it’s roster, Andy Martino of SNY reports that the club has been discussing infielder Mark Vientos with rival clubs ahead of this week’s trade … [Read more...] about Mets Discussing Mark Vientos In Trade Talks