The Angels have hung around the Wild Card mix, exceeding most expectations. Their -57 run differential is fourth-worst in the American League, but they're within two games of .500 and only three games out of a playoff spot. While this still doesn't look like a good team, they may have played well enough to convince the front office to add in hopes of snapping the game's longest … [Read more...] about Trade Deadline Outlook: Los Angeles Angels
Dodgers Claim Nick Nastrini, Designate Noah Davis For Assignment
The Dodgers announced that they have claimed right-hander Nick Nastrini off waivers from the Marlins. The latter club designated him for assignment earlier this week. Righty Noah Davis has been designated for assignment as the corresponding move. Nastrini, now 25, returns to his original organization. The Dodgers drafted him in the fourth round in 2021. After a few years in the … [Read more...] about Dodgers Claim Nick Nastrini, Designate Noah Davis For Assignment
Angels Option Jack Kochanowicz
The Angels announced they’ve optioned right-hander Jack Kochanowicz to Triple-A Salt Lake. Jake Eder is up to provide an extra bullpen arm for this weekend’s series against the Diamondbacks. This is the first change that the Angels have made to their rotation all season. The quintet of Yusei Kikuchi, José Soriano, Tyler Anderson, Kyle Hendricks and Kochanowicz has combined to … [Read more...] about Angels Option Jack Kochanowicz
Michael Chavis Signs With NPB’s Chunichi Dragons
Infielder Michael Chavis is heading overseas. The CAA client has signed with the Chunichi Dragons of Japan’s Nippon Professional Baseball, per an announcement from Chunichi. He had been with the Dodgers on a minor league deal but was released to pursue this new opportunity. Chavis, now 29, was once a notable prospect in the Red Sox’ system. Boston grabbed him with the 26th … [Read more...] about Michael Chavis Signs With NPB’s Chunichi Dragons
J.D. Davis Signs With NPB’s Seibu Lions
Veteran infielder J.D. Davis has signed with the Seibu Lions of Japan’s Nippon Professional Baseball, per an announcement from the club. Davis, a client of ALIGND Sports, will play out the remainder of the 2025 season in Japan. Davis, 32, has spent the year in the Angels organization. They released him on June 30, presumably to allow him to finalize this opportunity. Davis … [Read more...] about J.D. Davis Signs With NPB’s Seibu Lions