The Kansas City Royals designated outfielder Mark Canha for assignment after his underwhelming performance and injury setbacks, making him available on waivers with a chance to be released or claimed by another team, despite his solid past seasons.
The White Sox have designated infielder Jacob Amaya for assignment to make room for Chase Meidroth, who has been reinstated from injury. Amaya, with limited offensive production and out of minor league options, has been DFA'd for the second time this season and will go on waivers within five days, with a chance to reject an outright assignment if unclaimed.
DJ LeMahieu received a DFA from the Yankees, marking a potential end to his career with the team after 15 years and 1,772 hits, tying him with Shoeless Joe Jackson for 431st on the all-time hits list, leaving his future uncertain.
DJ LeMahieu's Yankees career has ended as he was designated for assignment due to injuries and reduced role, leaving the team responsible for $22 million remaining on his contract.
The Washington Nationals designated outfielder Juan Yepez for assignment to make room for Brady House on the roster. Yepez, 27, has struggled this season with limited offensive production and is now in DFA limbo, with potential to be traded or sent to the minors if unclaimed.
Craig Kimbrel was designated for assignment by the Atlanta Braves after just one relief appearance following his return from the minors, marking a quick and unexpected end to his brief stint with the team despite a storied career.
The Washington Nationals have designated pitcher Jorge Lopez for assignment, citing a focus on developing younger bullpen arms and unrelated to his recent performance, despite his challenging start to the 2025 season. Lopez, a veteran with a history of fluctuating success, was signed to a $3 million deal but has struggled with a 6.57 ERA this year. The move follows Lopez's past controversies and a decision to give opportunities to other relievers like Eduardo Salazar, as the Nationals explore options to trade or waive Lopez.
Mets reliever Jorge López was designated for assignment after a tumultuous game and a misquoted statement. Initially reported as calling the Mets the "worst team," López clarified he meant he was the "worst teammate." Despite his apology and clarification, the Mets cited his behavior and lack of remorse as reasons for the DFA.
The New York Mets designated pitcher Jorge Lopez for assignment after he threw his glove into the stands and made controversial postgame comments. Manager Carlos Mendoza emphasized that the team has standards that must be upheld.
The New York Mets have decided to designate Jorge Lopez for assignment following his ejection from a game and subsequent disparaging comments about the team.
The Los Angeles Dodgers have designated right-hander Dinelson Lamet for assignment to make room for Gus Varland, who has been called up from Triple-A. Lamet's recent performance has been underwhelming, and the Dodgers are taking a risk by potentially losing him on DFA waivers in order to add Varland to the roster. Lamet has struggled with injuries and control issues over the past few years, and his time with the Dodgers has been one of his better stretches in recent times.
The San Francisco Giants designated former No. 2 pick Joey Bart for assignment to make room for right-hander Daulton Jefferies, acknowledging that Bart's talent level was rising but they ran out of ways to keep him in the organization. Manager Bob Melvin expressed that Bart handled the situation well and wished him the best, recognizing that Bart may now have a better opportunity elsewhere after playing just 162 games for the Giants over four seasons.
The Arizona Diamondbacks have designated catcher Carson Kelly for assignment, nearly closing the chapter on the Paul Goldschmidt trade. Kelly, acquired in the 2018 trade, has had a mixed performance with the Diamondbacks, batting .230 with 44 home runs and 153 RBI. The trade has not worked out as desired for Arizona, with other players involved also leaving the organization. In addition to Kelly, outfield prospect Kristian Robinson was also designated for assignment. The Diamondbacks made several other transactions, including optioning pitcher Ryne Nelson and infielder Emmanuel Rivera to the minors, activating backstop Gabriel Moreno from the injured list, and purchasing the contracts of infielder Buddy Kennedy and right-hander Bryce Jarvis.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have designated pitcher Duane Underwood Jr. for assignment, which could lead to an interesting move in their bullpen. Underwood had a 5.66 ERA in 27 appearances this season. The Pirates have not yet announced a corresponding move.
The New York Yankees have designated outfielder Estevan Florial for assignment as they add pitcher Colten Brewer to the active roster. Florial's removal from the roster had to come via DFA as he is out of minor league options. The 25-year-old's injuries have limited him virtually every season of his career, preventing him from getting the high-level game reps necessary to fully develop his impressive tools.