Nick Yorke Heading To Pirates In A Trade

The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired infield prospect Nick Yorke from the Boston Red Sox on Monday in exchange for right-hander Quinn Priester, according to sources. Yorke was considered Boston's No. 6 prospect, per MLB Pipeline, and joined the organization as a surprise first-rounder (17th overall) in 2020. The 22-year-old right-handed-hitting second baseman got off to a […]

Red Sox Acquire Quinn Priester From The Pirates

The Boston Red Sox acquired right-hander Quinn Priester from the Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday in exchange for infield prospect Nick Yorke, according to sources. Priester, once a top pitching prospect for Pittsburgh, will now head to Boston, where he'll serve as organizational starting pitching depth. The 23-year-old former 18th overall pick in 2019 will most […]

Tommy Pham Heading Back To The Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals acquired veteran outfielder Tommy Pham from the Chicago White Sox on Monday in a three-team deal that also included the Los Angeles Dodgers, according to sources. Pham was originally a 16th-round selection by the Red Birds in 2006 and spent the first four seasons of his big-league career in St. Louis […]

Heston Kjerstad, Connor Norby Out For Game 1 Of Doubleheader

Baltimore Orioles rookie outfielder Heston Kjerstad and second baseman Connor Norby will both start on the bench on Monday for Game 1 of a doubleheader against the visiting division-rival Toronto Blue Jays. Fellow rookie Colton Cowser is starting in left field and is batting leadoff, while Jordan Westburg will play second base and hit sixth […]

Adley Rutschman Out For Game 1 Of Doubleheader

Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman is sitting for the first game of a doubleheader on Monday against the visiting division-rival Toronto Blue Jays. James McCann will do the catching for the second straight game and will bat ninth against Blue Jays rookie right-hander Yariel Rodriguez. It's the second straight game that Rutschman has sat out […]

Michael Kopech Traded To The Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired reliever Michael Kopech from the Chicago White Sox as part of a three-team trade on Monday. Kopech was a starter for the White Sox during the 2022 and 2023 seasons. However, the team moved him to the bullpen this offseason. It has been mixed results for the right-hander in that […]

Miguel Vargas Headed To The White Sox

The Chicago White Sox acquired infielder/outfielder Miguel Vargas as part of a three-team trade with the Los Angeles Dodgers and St. Louis Cardinals. Vargas has struggled in his major league career so far, hitting a combined .201 with 14 home runs and 49 RBI over the past three years. This season, the 24-year-old is batting […]

Ty France On The Move To The Reds

The Cincinnati Reds acquired first baseman Ty France from the Seattle Mariners on Monday. France was designated for assignment by the Mariners last week, but Cincinnati will take a chance on the veteran. The 30-year-old has struggled for most of the season, hitting just .223 with eight home runs, 14 doubles, and 31 RBI across […]

Jack Flaherty Scratched From Monday’s Start

Detroit Tigers pitcher Jack Flaherty will not make his scheduled start on Monday against the Cleveland Guardians. Flaherty -- who is expected to be moved before Tuesday's trade deadline -- was scratched from his normal start, as the team protects him for a trade. The right-hander has been excellent for Detroit this season with a […]

Tommy Edman Traded To The Dodgers

Utility specialist Tommy Edman (wrist) was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday as part of a three-team trade with the St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago White Sox. Edman has yet to make his season debut following offseason wrist surgery and some ankle soreness in the middle of July. However, he is close to […]

Erick Fedde Dealt To The Cardinals In Three-Team Trade

The St. Louis Cardinals acquired pitcher Erick Fedde on Monday as part of a three-team trade with the Chicago White Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers. Fedde is enjoying a strong campaign after spending the 2023 season playing in the Korean Baseball Organization (KBO) and winning the KBO equivalent of the Cy Young award. The right-hander […]

Michael Lorenzen's Role To Be Determined In KC

Kansas City Royals general manager JJ Picollo said that the role of right-hander Michael Lorenzen is to be determined after the club acquired him on Monday from the Texas Rangers in exchange for left-hander Walker Pennington. Lorenzen has experience pitching as a starter and a reliever in the big leagues, and his ultimate role with […]

Jacob Waguespack Could Throw A Bullpen This Week

Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Jacob Waguespack (back, shoulder) resumed a long-toss progression as of Friday and could throw a bullpen session this week. Waguespack suffered from right rotator-cuff inflammation during his last outing at Triple-A Durham that wasn't expected to require a significant stint on the shelf, but he was moved to the 60-day injured […]

Drew Rasmussen Likely To Return In Relief Role

Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Drew Rasmussen (elbow) tossed two scoreless innings for Triple-A Durham on his minor-league rehab assignment on Saturday, giving up three hits and recording one strikeout. It was Rasmussen's first relief appearance, foreshadowing his likely role upon returning as a versatile, multi-inning reliever for the Rays. He made shorter appearances on less […]

Richard Lovelady Continues To Ramp Up

Tampa Bay Rays left-hander Richard Lovelady (forearm) started a minor-league rehab assignment on July 8 in the rookie-level Florida Complex League, giving up four runs on three hits and a walk while recording two outs (one strikeout). Lovelady was scheduled to pitch for Triple-A Durham on Friday, marking his first back-to-back appearances on his rehab […]

Ryan Pepiot To Throw Another Bullpen On Tuesday

Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Ryan Pepiot (knee) threw a bullpen session on Saturday and will throw a more intense bullpen on Tuesday, which will either be followed by a simulated game or a minor-league rehab assignment. Pepiot, who is 6-5 with a 3.92 ERA in 17 starts for the Rays this year, will miss at […]

Braves Call Up Darius Vines

The Atlanta Braves recalled right-hander Darius Vines from Triple-A Gwinnett on Monday and optioned right-hander Jimmy Herget to Gwinnett in a corresponding move. Vines, the team's No. 13 prospect per MLB Pipeline, will make his return to the big leagues after posting a rough 7.82 ERA (6.15 FIP) and a 1.66 WHIP with eight strikeouts […]

Max Fried Throws On Sunday, Feeling Better

Atlanta Braves left-hander Max Fried (forearm), who is eligible to come off the 15-day injured list on Friday, said he felt good after ramping up activities on Saturday and threw in the outfield before Sunday's contest against the New York Mets and showed no lingering effects of nerve inflammation. Manager Brian Snitker said he didn't […]

Cade Povich To Start Game 2 Of Doubleheader

The Baltimore Orioles recalled rookie left-hander Cade Povich from Triple-A Norfolk on Monday, and he will start the second game of the team's doubleheader against the visiting division-rival Toronto Blue Jays. Povich, the team's No. 8 prospect per MLB Pipeline, struggled in his first seven major-league starts before being sent back to Norfolk, going 1-4 […]

Cardinals Making Push For Erick Fedde

The St. Louis Cardinals are pushing toward acquiring Chicago White Sox right-handed starter Erick Fedde, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Heyman reports there is nothing definitive on a deal, however. Fedde is 7-4 with a 3.11 ERA and 1.14 WHIP in a resurgent year for the White Sox this season. The […]

Royals Officially Acquire Michael Lorenzen From Rangers

The Kansas City Royals have acquired right-handed starting pitcher Michael Lorenzen from the Texas Rangers in exchange for left-handed pitcher Walter Pennington, the team announced. Lorenzen finds a nice landing spot with Kansas City and could get a slight boost to his fantasy value. The 32-year-old was 5-6 with a 3.81 ERA and 1.28 WHIP […]

Mets Looking For More Rotation, Bullpen Help

The New York Mets continue to search for more pitching depth in their starting rotation and bullpen, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The Mets have already acquired relievers Ryne Stanek from Seattle and Phil Maton from the Rays before the deadline but will continue to search for bullpen arms as well […]

Moises Ballesteros Crushes Pinch-Hit Grand Slam

Chicago Cubs catcher prospect Moises Ballesteros hit a pinch-hit grand slam on Sunday for Triple-A Iowa. It was the 14th homer of the season for the Cubs' No. 5 prospect and his fifth homer since his call-up to Triple-A. The 20-year-old earned a promotion by hitting .299 with nine homers and 43 RBI at Double-A. […]

Royals Interested In Michael Lorenzen

The Kansas City Royals have shown interest in Texas Rangers right-handed starter Michael Lorenzen according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Lorenzen is 5-6 this season with a 3.81 ERA and 1.28 WHIP. The 32-year-old would be a potential boon for the Royals starting rotation and the move would be an interesting one […]

Matt Shaw Goes Deep For Double-A Tennessee

Chicago Cubs No. 2 overall prospect Matt Shaw hit his 13th homer of the season on Sunday for Double-A Tennessee. The 22-year-old infielder is hitting .256 with 13 homers, 47 RBI, and 22 stolen bases for Tennessee this season. Shaw is hitting .286 in July with three homers and 12 RBI. The talented prospect has […]

Orioles Remain In Contact With Tigers About Tarik Skubal

The Baltimore Orioles are still engaged in talks with the Detroit Tigers regarding a potential trade of ace left-hander Tarik Skubal according to Jon Morosi of MLB Network. Nothing is imminent however, Morosi reports. The Orioles are seeking a top-of-the-rotation starter and Skubal would fit the bill although he would likely command a heavy haul […]

Cade Povich To Pitch Game 2 Of Doubleheader

Baltimore Orioles beat reporter Jake Rill is reporting that the club will promote pitching prospect Cade Povich from Triple-A Norfolk to start Game 2 of Monday's doubleheader versus the division rival Toronto Blue Jays. The left-hander is the Orioles No. 8 prospect per MLB Pipeline and has made seven starts at the big-league level thus […]

Marco Luciano Stays Hot For Triple-A Sacramento

San Francisco Giants shortstop prospect Marco Luciano continued his power surge for Triple-A Sacramento on Sunday. MLB Pipeline's No. 73 prospect went 2-for-4 with a walk and home run, marking his sixth homer in the last 19 games. For the season, Luciano is now hitting .243 with eight homers and 36 RBI. The 22-year-old suited […]

Dalton Rushing On Power Surge In Double-A

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher prospect Dalton Rushing went 1-for-5 with a walk and two-run home run for Double-A Tulsa on Sunday. The home run would be the third in five games for MLB Pipeline's No. 46 prospect. Rushing, 23, is also the Dodgers top prospect and on the season has hit .260 with 13 homers […]

Travis Bazzana Collects First Professional Hit

Cleveland Guardians second base prospect Travis Bazzana went 2-for-4 with a double in his second professional game for High-A Lake County on Sunday. The 21-year-old was slotted in the No. 1 spot of the order and opened the game with a single, to record his first professional hit in the top of the first inning. […]