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 Steve Adams of MLB Trade Rumors to discuss… The Pohlad family taking the … [Read more...] about MLBTR Podcast: The Pohlads Aren’t Selling The Twins, Nathaniel Lowe, And Service Time Manipulation
Dodgers To Place Max Muncy On IL With Oblique Strain, Claim Buddy Kennedy
The Dodgers have claimed infielder Buddy Kennedy off waivers from the Blue Jays, per Dodger Blue. Right-hander Julian Fernández has been designated for assignment as the corresponding 40-man move. Toronto designated Kennedy for assignment last week. Manager Dave Roberts says that Kennedy will jump right onto the active roster as third baseman Max Muncy goes on the 10-day … [Read more...] about Dodgers To Place Max Muncy On IL With Oblique Strain, Claim Buddy Kennedy
Nationals Claim Julian Fernandez
The Nationals have claimed right-hander Julian Fernandez off waivers from the Dodgers, per a club announcement. The Nationals had a 40-man roster vacancy and optioned Fernandez to Triple-A Rochester, so no corresponding moves were necessary. Fernandez had been designated for assignment by the Dodgers last week to make room for Buddy Kennedy on their 40-man roster. Fernandez, … [Read more...] about Nationals Claim Julian Fernandez
Angels Designate Connor Brogdon For Assignment
The Angels announced this afternoon that they’ve designated right-hander Connor Brogdon for assignment. Righty Jose Fermin was called up from Triple-A in the corresponding roster move. Los Angeles signed Brogdon to an offseason minors deal that was selected to the active roster in early May, and the reliever has posted a 5.30 ERA, 10.1% walk rate, and 20.9% strikeout rate … [Read more...] about Angels Designate Connor Brogdon For Assignment
Poll: Can The Padres Hold Onto The NL West?
It’s been a big week for baseball in California. After the Padres swept the Giants and the Angels swept the Dodgers, a new leader stood atop the NL West. The Padres had claimed sole possession of first, while the Dodgers slipped into second, one game back of San Diego. The playoff odds will tell you that the Dodgers remain the favorites, but they’re losing momentum. According … [Read more...] about Poll: Can The Padres Hold Onto The NL West?