All articles tagged with #rotation depth
San Diego signed right-hander Griffin Canning to a deal that will be finalized after a physical, adding rotation depth amid health questions for Darvish and a reshuffled staff; the 29-year-old is returning to Southern California after time with the Angels and Mets, including a ruptured Achilles in 2025, and velocity up to 93 mph in a showcase. Terms are undisclosed, and San Diego must create 40-man space after Castellanos’ signing.
The Blue Jays remain in on free-agent starter Framber Valdez, having met him at the GM Meetings, and see him as a high-end #2 with ace potential to bolster a rotation that already includes Cease, Gausman, Bieber, Yesavage, Ponce and Berríos. Valdez’s late-season slump and age 32 temper expectations for a long-term deal, though Toronto could circle back if his market softens; they’re also weighing cheaper options like Max Scherzer. Signing Valdez would push Toronto’s CBT payroll toward the top of the MLB scale, reflecting its aggressive spending.
The Atlanta Braves claimed pitcher Alek Manoah off waivers from the Toronto Blue Jays, adding depth to their rotation amid a challenging season, with Manoah's recent struggles and injury history making him a low-cost, potentially high-reward option for 2026.
The Atlanta Braves' starting rotation is facing challenges due to injuries, notably AJ Smith-Shawver's elbow strain, but the team relies on its depth, including players like Grant Holmes and Bryce Elder, to maintain performance as they navigate a competitive NL East division.
Despite the injury news regarding Kodai Senga, the New York Mets are not rushing into the high-end pitching market, but may seek to acquire more rotation depth.
The Philadelphia Phillies have signed 26-year-old left-hander Kolby Allard to a one-year deal, adding pitching depth to their roster. Allard, who spent last season with the Braves, could provide rotation depth for the team and has one option year remaining, giving the Phillies flexibility to move him between Triple A and the majors as needed.
The Toronto Blue Jays have signed Cuban right-hander Yariel Rodríguez, adding much-needed depth to their pitching rotation. While Rodríguez's role is still uncertain, the team plans to develop him as a potential starter for the 2025 season, utilizing his versatility in different pitching roles. His breakout season as a reliever in Japan has impressed the organization, and they are eager to see how his pitching style and skills will translate to the MLB. This signing provides the Blue Jays with valuable rotation depth and flexibility, potentially shaping their pitching plans for the future.
San Diego Padres' ace right-hander Joe Musgrove was scratched from his start against the Rockies due to right shoulder soreness, with manager Bob Melvin stating it would be a "full bullpen day." The team considers Musgrove's shoulder issue minor and hopes he can make his next start on Tuesday in Seattle. The Padres, who recently acquired Rich Hill, are dealing with injuries to their pitching staff but hope to have Musgrove and Michael Wacha back soon to maintain their rotation depth.
Yankees pitcher Nestor Cortes is expected to be placed on the 15-day injured list due to a left shoulder injury. The severity of the injury will be determined after an MRI in New York. The team does not believe surgery will be necessary. Clarke Schmidt will start in place of Cortes on Tuesday against the White Sox at Yankee Stadium.
Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Jeffrey Springs is expected to miss at least two months due to a left ulnar neuritis injury, which could potentially require surgery and keep him out for the rest of the 2023 season. Springs had a breakout season in 2022 and was off to a strong start this year before the injury. The Rays have rotation depth to fill the void, but it will be stretched thin in the short term. The team has set themselves up well with a historic 13-0 start to the season.
Rockies' pitcher Germán Márquez has been diagnosed with a forearm muscle strain but no significant structural damage after leaving yesterday's game with tightness in his forearm. He is expected to be placed on the 15-day injured list, and the Rockies have not yet provided a timetable for his recovery. Márquez is the top pitcher on the Rockies' staff, and rotation depth is a major concern for Colorado. The team could listen to offers on Márquez closer to the trade deadline, but his health remains a crucial factor.