All articles tagged with #designated for assignment
The Kansas City Royals have designated Mark Canha for assignment after his return from rehab, as new acquisitions and emerging players have made his roster spot redundant. Canha, who struggled at the plate and was out with an injury, will likely be placed on waivers, freeing up a spot on the 40-man roster.
Alex Verdugo was DFA'd by the Atlanta Braves after a disappointing stint, hitting just .239/.296/.289 with no home runs in 213 plate appearances, marking a rough period in his MLB career.
The Cincinnati Reds have designated infielder Jeimer Candelario for assignment after a poor performance and injury struggles, likely ending his time with the team. Despite a lucrative three-year deal, his recent stats have been disappointing, and he may now become a free agent, with other teams potentially interested in taking a chance on his past potential.
The New York Mets are expected to designate reliever Jorge Lopez for assignment after he threw his glove into the stands and made controversial comments following a loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Lopez, who has had a solid season with a 3.12 ERA, expressed frustration by calling the Mets "the worst team in the whole f—cking MLB," though he later clarified he meant he was the "worst teammate." The Mets' recent struggles have added to the tension, but they are not statistically the worst team in baseball.
The New York Mets have designated veteran pitcher Julio Teheran for assignment after just one start, in which he allowed four runs in 2 ⅔ innings. This move comes after Teheran signed a major league contract with the Mets last week to fill in for an injured pitcher. In a corresponding move, the Mets called up Dedniel Núñez from Triple-A Syracuse.
Despite an impressive spring training performance, catcher Eric Haase has been designated for assignment by the Brewers due to the team's decision to carry William Contreras and Gary Sanchez as its two catchers. Haase's outstanding performance in camp made the decision difficult for the Brewers, but the team ultimately opted to go with other options. With his outfield experience, Haase could attract interest from catching-needy clubs like the Rays and Marlins as he now faces the possibility of being traded, passing through outright waivers, or released within the next seven days.
The Toronto Blue Jays have made several roster moves, including designating right-hander Yosver Zulueta for assignment. Zulueta, known for his control issues, has been moved to a relief role but still struggles with walks. Despite his potential, the Jays will now have one week to trade him or pass him through waivers, with the possibility of him remaining with the team in a non-roster capacity if unclaimed.
The Athletics have designated Angel Felipe for assignment to make room for J.D. Davis on the 40-man roster after finalizing a one-year contract with him. Felipe, who recently underwent Tommy John surgery, will miss the entire 2024 season. Despite showing potential, his control issues have been a recurring problem, and his injury status and lack of prospect pedigree may lead to him passing through release waivers unclaimed. This move allows the team to avoid paying Felipe a major league salary and potentially saves money, which may have factored into their decision.
The Angels have designated Alfonso Rivas for assignment to make room for right-hander Robert Stephenson. Rivas, who was claimed off waivers a month ago, has yet to play a game for the Angels. While his major league performance has been modest, his strong Triple-A stats and remaining option make him a potential acquisition for another club.
The Chicago Cubs have designated pitcher Shane Greene for assignment after his brief promotion to the major leagues. Greene, who signed a minor league deal with the Cubs in June, made his first MLB appearance on Sunday, throwing one scoreless inning. Last season, Greene had a short stint with the New York Yankees before electing free agency. Throughout his career, he has played for multiple teams, including the Detroit Tigers, Atlanta Braves, and Los Angeles Dodgers.
The Cleveland Guardians have designated pitcher Noah Syndergaard for assignment after his final start, in which he allowed five runs and four hits in six innings. Acquired from the Los Angeles Dodgers last month, Syndergaard has struggled this season with a 2-6 record and a 6.50 ERA. The 30-year-old right-hander made his major league debut with the New York Mets in 2015 and underwent Tommy John surgery in 2020. Cleveland will need to make a corresponding roster move to fill Syndergaard's spot.
The Boston Red Sox have designated infielder Christian Arroyo for assignment to make room for newly acquired Luis Urias on the Major League roster. Arroyo, who has been with the team for the past three-plus seasons, has struggled offensively this year. Urias, a former Brewer, offers a higher offensive ceiling and more roster flexibility with his remaining minor league option. Arroyo will be placed on waivers, and if unclaimed, he will likely accept an outright assignment to keep his salary and become a free agent at the end of the season.
The Chicago Cubs have decided to part ways with veteran first baseman/DH Trey Mancini, designating him for assignment to make room on the roster for Jeimer Candelario. Mancini has struggled this season, hitting just .234 with 4 home runs and 28 RBI in 79 games. With the emergence of players like Nick Madrigal and Patrick Wisdom, the Cubs felt that Mancini would not receive many plate appearances going forward. Despite being well-respected in the clubhouse, his on-field performance led to a team-worst -0.8 WAR. With Candelario now on the roster, the Cubs have options at first base and DH.
As the MLB trade deadline approaches, there are several things to watch in the baseball world. Mid-season extension negotiations may occur, with the Braves recently signing Travis d'Arnaud and the Red Sox interested in extending Brayan Bello. Dodgers outfielder Jake Marisnick is set to undergo an MRI and may require a trip to the injured list, potentially prompting the Dodgers to seek a right-handed outfielder. Cardinals lefty Genesis Cabrera and Rays right-hander Yonny Chirinos were designated for assignment, making them possible trade candidates for teams in need of pitching depth.
The Cincinnati Reds have sent right-hander Michael Mariot outright to Triple-A Louisville after he went unclaimed on waivers. Mariot, who joined the Reds on a minor league pact a month ago, had a brief stint on the roster without making an appearance. With a career 5.98 ERA in the majors, Mariot will now have the option to test minor league free agency or remain with the organization.