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The Yankees traded for infielder Amed Rosario from the Nationals, acquiring a versatile player to bolster their infield and outfield options, especially with Aaron Judge injured. Rosario, a 29-year-old with a .270 batting average, adds depth and flexibility, while the Yankees sent RHP Clayton Beeter and outfielder Brown Martinez in the deal.
The Cincinnati Reds are reportedly in talks to sign free agent infielder Jeimer Candelario and have emerged as the front-runner. Despite already having a surplus of young infield talent, the Reds have shown interest in adding Candelario to their roster, potentially pushing utilityman Spencer Steer to the outfield and opening the door for a trade to bolster their rotation. Candelario is coming off a strong season split between the Nationals and Cubs, where he posted a .251/.336/.471 batting line with 22 home runs. The Reds' pursuit of Candelario could impact the free-agent market for infielders and strengthen their position in trade negotiations for pitching help.
The Boston Red Sox may look to trade from their surplus of pitching prospects and infielders in order to strengthen their team without compromising their future. They have several Rule 5 eligible pitchers and upper-level relievers who could be used as trade assets to upgrade their bullpen. Additionally, they have a surplus of utility infielders and bat-first corner infielders who could be traded, including Bobby Dalbec and Blaze Jordan. The Red Sox also have a wealth of lower-level shortstops and high-upside center fielders who could be used in potential trades to make a significant impact.
The Detroit Tigers focused on bolstering their farm system with talented infielders during the first stage of the 2023 MLB Draft. They selected Max Clark, a versatile player with strong hitting, running, and defensive skills, as their first pick. They also added Max Anderson, a right-handed batting second baseman known for his impressive offensive performance in college. In addition, the Tigers secured Kevin McGonigle, a left-handed hitting shortstop with excellent potential, who is expected to sign with the team despite his commitment to Auburn. The Tigers' emphasis on selecting hitters who dominate the strike zone reflects their strategy to address the lack of offense in their farm and big-league roster.
The Seattle Mariners have shifted their draft strategy in recent years, opting to select high school players with big upside. In the 2023 MLB Draft, the Mariners used their first three picks to select high schoolers Cole Emerson, Jonny Farmelo, and Tai Peete. The team's director of amateur scouting, Scott Hunter, expressed excitement about the athleticism and potential of these players. The Mariners also selected college player Ben Williamson in the second round. The organization's shift towards high school prospects has drawn attention from other teams, but the Mariners are confident in their choices and expect to sign the players.
This article provides insights and recommendations for fantasy baseball managers for Week 14 of the 2023 MLB season. It highlights players to consider adding to your roster, including outfielders Will Benson, Kerry Carpenter, Alek Thomas, and Will Brennan, as well as infielders Jordan Westburg, Nick Gonzales, and Eduardo Escobar. The article also suggests pitchers like Kenta Maeda, Yusei Kikuchi, and Michael Soroka, and provides potential relief pitcher options such as Hunter Harvey and Griffin Jax.
The Los Angeles Angels have placed infielder Anthony Rendon on the 10-day injured list due to a left wrist contusion. Rendon was hit on the wrist with a pitch in Thursday’s contest and then sat out the weekend. This is Rendon's second stint on the shelf this year, and he has yet to play 60 games in a season since signing a seven-year, $245MM deal with the Angels after 2019. The Angels are currently facing multiple infield injuries, but they are playing well, winning seven of their last 10 games and currently in possession of an American League Wild Card spot.
Infielder Luis Urias is set to return to the Milwaukee Brewers soon, which means someone will have to lose their active roster spot for him to return to the team. Mike Brosseau, Darin Ruf, and Luke Voit are all potential candidates to lose their spot. Brosseau has struggled at the plate and in the field, while Ruf has been used sparingly but has performed well. Voit was supposed to be a specialist against left-handed pitching but has struggled overall and has a high strikeout rate against lefties. It remains to be seen who will ultimately lose their roster spot.
The Miami Marlins have activated infielder Joey Wendle from the injured list and optioned infielder Xavier Edwards to Triple-A to make room for him on the active roster. Wendle, who was expected to be the starting shortstop this season, has struggled since being acquired by the Marlins from the Rays in 2022. He will share time at shortstop with Jon Berti, who has been filling in admirably in the infield. Edwards, a former top prospect, will head back to the minor leagues with just six big league plate appearances under his belt.