Mets Reportedly Plan To Keep Edwin Diaz Mets closer Edwin Diaz has frequented the rumor mill this week, but it appears he’ll remain in place beyond the deadline. The “belief” is that the Mets will retain Diaz, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports. Several teams have shown interest in Diaz of late, but the Mets…
DetailsT-BONES’ RELIEVER ELLINGTON HEADED TO MARINERS ORGANIZATION MOORHEAD, MINN. – The Kansas City T-Bones have sold the contract of RHP Brian Ellington to the Seattle Mariners’ organization, the American Association announced Wednesday, July 31. Ellington is the 33rd American Association player to have his contract purchased by a Major League organization in 2019. In 12…
DetailsNationals To Acquire Daniel Hudson The Nationals have struck a deal to acquire righty Daniel Hudson, according to Scott Mitchell of TSN (Twitter link). The return isn’t yet known. More to come … Source: https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2019/07/nationals-to-acquire-daniel-hudson.html
DetailsOrem duo among Pioneer League All-Stars The Pioneer League revealed its roster for the Aug. 6 All-Star Game against the Northwest League, led by Los Angeles Angels No. 5 prospect Jeremiah Jackson. Source: https://www.milb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20190731&content_id=309556602&fext=.jsp&vkey=news_milb&sid=milb
DetailsYankees, Astros Pursuing Madison Bumgarner, Zack Wheeler The Yankees and Astros, two American League superpowers, continue their pursuit of high-profile starting pitchers. Both teams are in on Giants left-hander Madison Bumgarner and Mets righty Zack Wheeler, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic tweets. The Astros are also “focused” on Diamondbacks southpaw Robbie Ray, per Jon Morosi…
DetailsPadres Consolidate for Potential Star in Trammell, While Cleveland Diversifies Last night’s three-way trade between the Padres, Indians, and Reds, which was headlined by two mercurial big leaguers, also featured the movement of several notable prospects, including two from our Top 100 (sort of) in left fielder Taylor Trammell, who comes in at No. 31…
DetailsKen Giles Still “In Play” In Trade Talks Blue Jays righty Ken Giles may not be at full health, but he’s still “in play” in trade talks, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic (via Twitter). That seemed increasingly unlikely when it emerged yesterday that the closer had undergone a cortisone shot to treat an…
DetailsPioneer notes: Gambrell focuses on location Royals third-round pick Grant Gambrell is learning to adjust to the competition in the Pioneer League, getting reminded just how important location is when it comes to pitching. Source: https://www.milb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20190731&content_id=309536416&fext=.jsp&vkey=news_milb&sid=milb
DetailsBraves, Nats Pursuing Shane Greene The Braves and Nationals are not just engaged in a key series at the moment. It seems they’re also each pushing for the same relief arms — in particular, Tigers righty Shane Greene. The Atlanta and Washington organizations are “leaders in the clubhouse” to secure the services of Greene, according…
DetailsWhere things stand as MLB trade deadline approaches With a hours left until the MLB trade deadline, a few big names were still on the market. The Mets and Reds, two teams in fourth place in their respective divisions, surprised many as the biggest buyers thus far. The Mets traded for starter Marcus Stroman, while…
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