The Angels announced this evening that they have designated right-hander Shaun Anderson. Anderson’s departure would make room for right-hander Caden Dana, who Sam Blum of The Athletic notes is poised to join the club’s bullpen. Anderson, 30, was a third-round pick by the Red Sox all the way back in 2016 who made his big league debut with the Giants in 2019. He’s pitched parts … [Read more...] about Angels Promote Caden Dana
Dodgers Place Kirby Yates On 15-Day IL, Select Lou Trivino
2:19PM: Yates has been officially placed on the 15-day IL with a right hamstring strain, and the Dodgers also announced Trivino’s selection. 12:21PM: The Dodgers will select Lou Trivino’s contract when Yates is placed on the 15-day IL, the Athletic’s Fabian Ardaya reports. Trivino posted a 5.84 ERA over 12 1/3 innings with the Giants before he was designated for assignment, … [Read more...] about Dodgers Place Kirby Yates On 15-Day IL, Select Lou Trivino
Dodgers Release Austin Barnes
The Dodgers have released catcher Austin Barnes, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. He’ll be free to sign a contract with any club once he clears release waivers, if he hasn’t already done so. This was the most likely outcome when Barnes was designated for assignment last week as the Dodgers chose to promote Dalton Rushing to the majors. Barnes is making a $3.5MM … [Read more...] about Dodgers Release Austin Barnes
Red Sox Acquire Ryan Noda
Infielder/outfielder Ryan Noda has been traded from the Angels to the Red Sox, according to announcements from both clubs. The Halos, who designated Noda for assignment a few days ago, receive cash considerations in return. The Red Sox optioned Noda to Triple-A Worcester and transferred outfielder/designated hitter Masataka Yoshida to the 60-day injured list to open a 40-man … [Read more...] about Red Sox Acquire Ryan Noda
MLBTR Podcast: The Disappointing Orioles, Dalton Rushing, And The Phillies’ Bullpen
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 Orioles firing manager … [Read more...] about MLBTR Podcast: The Disappointing Orioles, Dalton Rushing, And The Phillies’ Bullpen