All articles tagged with #minor league deal
Originally Published 2 months ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
The Mets signed infielder/outfielder Jose Rojas to a minor league contract, with an invitation to spring training and a potential $820K salary if he makes the MLB roster. Rojas, 32, had a strong 2023 season in Triple-A and has experience in MLB, KBO, and various minor leagues, providing depth and power potential for the Mets.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Inquirer.com
The Phillies signed pitcher Walker Buehler to a minor-league contract, with plans to call him up in September to bolster their rotation and postseason chances, leveraging his extensive playoff experience. They also claimed reliever Tim Mayza to add pitching depth for the playoffs.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
The Cincinnati Reds have signed pitcher Charlie Barnes to a minor league contract. Barnes, who has MLB experience with the Twins and recent playing time in Korea, is expected to join Triple-A Louisville to provide pitching depth and potentially earn a late-season call-up.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
The New York Yankees signed pitcher Kenta Maeda to a minor league contract and assigned him to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, aiming to bolster their injury-depleted starting rotation amid recent setbacks for key starters.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
The Phillies signed veteran reliever Lou Trivino to a minor league deal, marking his third team in 2023 after recovering from Tommy John surgery and shoulder injuries. Trivino, with a career ERA of 3.86 and notable past success, is considered a depth addition as the Phillies have made significant roster upgrades, making a major league role unlikely for now.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
The Kansas City Royals signed veteran pitcher Dallas Keuchel to a minor league contract to bolster their pitching depth, especially with injuries affecting their starting rotation. Keuchel, a former Cy Young Award winner, has experienced a decline in recent years but brings extensive MLB experience to the team. He will join a pitching staff that includes other journeymen and young prospects, providing additional options for the Royals as they navigate injuries and performance issues.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
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.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
Right-hander Colten Brewer has opted out of his minor league deal with the Yankees to explore other opportunities, after posting solid numbers in Triple-A and some experience in the majors, making him a potential target for teams seeking pitching depth.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
The San Francisco Giants signed veteran catcher Austin Barnes to a minor league contract, primarily for depth and experience behind the plate, with potential to join the MLB roster. Barnes, released by the Dodgers earlier this year, brings defensive expertise and veteran leadership, especially valuable given the Giants' current catching struggles and the team's playoff aspirations.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
The White Sox signed former All-Star pitcher Noah Syndergaard to a minor league contract as he aims for a comeback after multiple injuries and limited recent MLB success, with hopes he can regain his form in 2025.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
The Texas Rangers are signing veteran reliever Craig Kimbrel to a minor league contract after he elected free agency following a brief stint with Atlanta, aiming to bolster their bullpen with a seasoned arm as they navigate injuries and roster needs.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
The Mets have signed infielder David Villar to a minor league contract after he elected free agency following his release by the Giants. Villar, 28, has shown promising power in the minors but struggles with strikeouts and contact at the MLB level. His opportunity in the majors with the Mets may depend on injuries to their current infielders.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ESPN
Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki, 23, will begin meeting with MLB teams next week as he explores signing a minor league deal after being posted by Chiba Lotte. Despite being limited to a minor league contract due to international rules for players under 25, Sasaki is attracting interest from both big- and small-market teams. His agent, Joel Wolfe, emphasized Sasaki's focus on long-term career goals rather than immediate financial gain. Sasaki's decision-making process is influenced by team success, player development, and comfort factors, with no predetermined favorite team.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
The Atlanta Braves have signed outfielder Ramón Laureano to a minor league deal after he was released by the Cleveland Guardians. Laureano, who has struggled since an 80-game PED suspension in 2021, will head to Triple-A Gwinnett. The Braves, dealing with outfield depth issues due to Ronald Acuña Jr.'s injury, see this as a low-risk move to potentially bolster their roster.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Athletic
Free-agent outfielder Tommy Pham, who helped the Arizona Diamondbacks reach the 2023 World Series, is close to signing a minor-league contract with the injury-depleted Chicago White Sox due to their recent losses of key players. Despite holding out all offseason, Pham's impressive performance last season has garnered interest, and he is expected to finalize the deal soon.