The Boston Red Sox are promoting outfield prospect Jhostynxon Garcia to the majors due to Wilyer Abreu's injury, with Garcia expected to make his MLB debut soon. Garcia, a 22-year-old Venezuelan, has shown strong offensive performance in the minors and was added to the 40-man roster last year. His promotion is partly due to outfield logjam and Abreu's calf injury, which is minor. Garcia's future in the majors depends on roster moves and service time considerations, but for now, he will join the team in a key postseason race.
The Pittsburgh Pirates are promoting top pitching prospect Bubba Chandler to the majors, primarily to ease him into the big league role with a bullpen start, while managing his service time for future benefits. Chandler, a highly regarded 22-year-old, has shown strong performance in Triple-A but has faced recent struggles, prompting a cautious approach. This move aligns with strategies to develop young talent and optimize rookie eligibility for future draft and award considerations.
The Orioles promoted outfield prospect Dylan Beavers from Triple-A Norfolk, making his MLB debut and providing him with regular playing time, while designating Greg Allen for assignment to clear roster space. Beavers, a highly regarded prospect with notable recent performance improvements, is expected to retain rookie status into 2026, potentially qualifying for Prospect Promotion Incentive bonuses. Greg Allen, a veteran outfielder, was acquired for depth but struggled in his brief stint with Baltimore and may seek free agency.
The Mets are promoting top pitching prospect Nolan McLean to make his MLB debut this Saturday, ensuring he retains rookie status for potential future draft picks and awards, as he has shown impressive performance in the minors this season.
The Angels are promoting top prospect Christian Moore to the MLB to potentially provide an offensive boost, especially at second base, following injuries and roster needs. Moore, a college hitter with notable power, has rapidly advanced through the minors and is now set for his MLB debut about 11 months after being drafted, with the team aiming to capitalize on his offensive potential.
The Kansas City Royals are promoting top hitting prospect Jac Caglianone to the majors, with his debut expected during a series against the St. Louis Cardinals, as part of the team's efforts to bolster their struggling lineup and address outfield needs.
Boston Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow explained that Roman Anthony's promotion is delayed to ensure he's ready and to avoid disrupting the team's current roster, which involves difficult decisions about player positions and team needs amid a losing streak.
The Baltimore Orioles are set to promote top infield prospect Jordan Westburg for his major league debut. Westburg was selected 30th overall by Baltimore in the first round of the 2020 draft and has impressed with his performance in the minors, slashing .295/.372/.567 with a wRC+ of 131 in Triple-A this season. The Orioles will need to make a 40-man roster move to accommodate Westburg in addition to clearing space for him on the active roster. Despite a crowded infield picture, Westburg's impressive numbers have earned him the promotion.
