The Marlins announced this afternoon that they’ve claimed right-hander Darren McCaughan off waivers from the Guardians and optioned him to Triple-A. Left-hander Ryan Weathers was transferred to the 60-day injured list in a corresponding move to make room for McCaughan on the 40-man roster. McCaughan, 28, was a 12th-round pick by the Mariners back in 2017 and has pitched in … [Read more...] about Marlins Claim Darren McCaughan
AL Central Notes: Crochet, Jones, Allen, Meadows, Flaherty
Since half the league has reportedly shown interest in White Sox left-hander Garret Crochet, it isn’t surprising that a contender like the Yankees are on that list, as the New York Post’s Jon Heyman writes that the Bombers “very much like Crochet.” However, the Yankees still aren’t keen to part with top prospect Spencer Jones, who was known to be a chief White Sox target when … [Read more...] about AL Central Notes: Crochet, Jones, Allen, Meadows, Flaherty
Guardians Acquire Spencer Howard From Giants
The Guardians have acquired right-hander Spencer Howard from the Giants, per Shayna Rubin of the San Francisco Chronicle on X. The Giants, who designated the righty for assignment recently, will receive cash considerations in return. The Guardians announced that they have designated righty Wes Parsons for assignment to open up a 40-man spot. Howard, 27, was with the Giants on a … [Read more...] about Guardians Acquire Spencer Howard From Giants
Guardians Release Adam Oller
The Guardians have released right-hander Adam Oller, per an announcement from their official player development account on X. The righty will head to free agency and look for his next opportunity. Oller, 29, signed a minor league deal with the Guards in the offseason. He’s been working in a swing role in Triple-A this year, with six starts and six relief appearances. … [Read more...] about Guardians Release Adam Oller
Guardians Reinstate Gavin Williams From 60-Day IL, Option Triston McKenzie
The Guardians announced that Gavin Williams has been reinstated from the 60-day injured list, after the right-hander has been sidelined the entire season due to elbow discomfort. Williams will take the rotation spot of fellow righty Triston McKenzie, who has been optioned to Triple-A Columbus. To open a spot for Williams on the 40-man roster, Cleveland designated right-hander … [Read more...] about Guardians Reinstate Gavin Williams From 60-Day IL, Option Triston McKenzie