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
Angels Trade Michael Petersen To Braves
The Braves and Angels announced a trade sending reliever Michael Petersen to Atlanta for cash considerations. The Halos had designated the righty for assignment yesterday when they acquired Jake Eder from the White Sox. Atlanta optioned Petersen to Triple-A Gwinnett. They already had an opening on the 40-man roster after placing Jurickson Profar on the restricted list following … [Read more...] about Angels Trade Michael Petersen To Braves
Poll: Who Will Win The AL West?
Opening Day has finally arrived, and teams all around the league are gearing up for another pennant chase in hopes of being crowned this year’s World Series champion. Of course, there’s still another seven months to go before someone raises the Commissioner’s Trophy. Until the playoffs begin, teams will be focused on a smaller goal: winning their division. We’ll be conducting a … [Read more...] about Poll: Who Will Win The AL West?
Shohei Ohtani Throws Bullpen Session, No Timeline Yet For Return To Pitching
Shohei Ohtani threw all fastballs during a 20-pitch bullpen session prior to yesterday’s game, marking the first time that the three-time MVP had thrown off a mound since February 25. While Ohtani has continued to throw off flat ground in the interim, the month-plus break between proper pitching sessions added to the question of when exactly Ohtani might resume pitching duties … [Read more...] about Shohei Ohtani Throws Bullpen Session, No Timeline Yet For Return To Pitching
Athletics Claim Angel Perdomo, Designate Esteury Ruiz For Assignment
The Athletics announced this afternoon that they’ve claimed left-hander Angel Perdomo off waivers from the Angels. In a corresponding move, center fielder Esteury Ruiz was designated for assignment. The Angels separately announced that left-hander Jose Quijada as cleared waivers and been assigned outright to the minor leagues. Perdomo, 31 in May, signed with the Blue Jays out … [Read more...] about Athletics Claim Angel Perdomo, Designate Esteury Ruiz For Assignment