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The Yankees signed pitcher Joel Kuhnel to a minor league deal after Geoff Hartlieb elected free agency following his DFA, as the team makes roster adjustments and looks to strengthen their pitching options.
The Milwaukee Brewers have designated veteran pitcher Dallas Keuchel for assignment after he posted a 5.40 ERA in four starts. Right-hander Joel Kuhnel has been added to the 40-man and active rosters in his place. Keuchel, who was acquired from the Mariners, may become a free agent if he clears waivers.
The Houston Astros have acquired right-hander Joel Kuhnel from the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for cash considerations. Kuhnel was designated for assignment by the Reds before the trade. The Astros have transferred Lance McCullers Jr. to the 60-day injured list to make room for Kuhnel on the 40-man roster. Kuhnel has been optioned to Triple-A. He joins the Astros bullpen as depth and figures to act as a solid addition with a 3.78 xERA and a 3.52 xFIP in 2022.
The Cincinnati Reds have traded right-handed reliever Joel Kuhnel to the Houston Astros for cash considerations. Kuhnel was designated for assignment on Tuesday after posting a 7.13 ERA in Triple-A this season. Houston hopes to help Kuhnel regain his velocity and return to form.
The Cincinnati Reds have placed starting pitcher Graham Ashcraft on the 15-day injured list due to being struck by a comebacker in yesterday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Reds have called up right-handed reliever Ricky Karcher from Triple-A Louisville to join the bullpen. Karcher has struggled with control issues this season, walking 34 batters and giving up 23 earned runs in 22.1 innings. The Reds have also recently called up Andrew Abbott and Joel Kuhnel to fill out their roster.