The Angels avoided arbitration with lefty reliever Brock Burke on a $1.15MM deal, reports Robert Murray of FanSided. Burke had been projected at $1.2MM by MLBTR contributor Matt Swartz. Los Angeles grabbed the 28-year-old southpaw off waivers from Texas in August. Burke pitched well down the stretch, working to a 3.54 ERA while striking out more than 30% of opponents across 20 … [Read more...] about Angels, Brock Burke Avoid Arbitration
17 Players Exchange Filing Figures
This evening’s deadline to exchange filing figures has come and gone. The majority of arbitration-eligible players agreed to contracts to avoid going to a hearing. There were 17 instances where the player and team did not come to terms. Technically, nothing prevents players and teams from continuing to negotiate. However, virtually every team takes a “file-and-trial” approach … [Read more...] about 17 Players Exchange Filing Figures
Dodgers Trade Diego Cartaya To Twins
The Twins have acquired former top catching prospect Diego Cartaya from the Dodgers in exchange for minor league right-hander Jose Vasquez, per announcements from both clubs. Cartaya was designated for assignment earlier in the week. Minnesota had an open 40-man roster spot, and their roster is now full. As recently as two years ago, Cartaya was a consensus top-20 prospect in … [Read more...] about Dodgers Trade Diego Cartaya To Twins
Astros, Angels Have Shown Interest In Alex Verdugo
The Mets, Astros, Blue Jays and Angels are among the teams that have checked in on free agent outfielder Alex Verdugo this offseason, reports Chris Cotillo of MassLive. FanSided’s Robert Murray reported earlier this week that the Pirates were also interested in the lefty-hitting outfielder. Verdugo is looking to bounce back after a disappointing year in the Bronx. He hit just … [Read more...] about Astros, Angels Have Shown Interest In Alex Verdugo
MLBTR Podcast: Brent Rooker’s Extension, Gavin Lux, And Catching Up On The Holiday Transactions
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 Tim Dierkes of MLB Trade Rumors to discuss… The Athletics and Brent … [Read more...] about MLBTR Podcast: Brent Rooker’s Extension, Gavin Lux, And Catching Up On The Holiday Transactions