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Roster Moves

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Konnor Pilkington, a dejected baseball pitcher, stands alone on a dimly lit minor league baseball field.
The Pitch

Tigers release Konnor Pilkington after swift evaluation

Just weeks after signing a minor league deal, LHP Konnor Pilkington was released by the Detroit Tigers from their Triple-A Toledo Mud Hens roster.

Sofia Castillo·June 29, 2026
Baltimore Orioles catcher Chadwick Tromp in uniform on a baseball field, with the team dugout visible in the background.
Draft HQ

Orioles acquire veteran catcher Chadwick Tromp

Outfielder Michael Siani was designated for assignment by the Baltimore Orioles on Monday, making room for veteran catcher Chadwick Tromp.

Rachel Goldberg·June 23, 2026
Arizona Diamondbacks player Aramis Garcia walking away from the dugout after being designated for assignment.
Hardwood Intel

Diamondbacks designate Aramis Garcia for assignment

Just weeks after hitting his first home run for the Arizona Diamondbacks, catcher Aramis Garcia was designated for assignment.

Darius Tehrani·June 15, 2026
Colorado Rockies pitcher Eiberson Castellano on the mound, ready for his Major League debut after a rapid ascent from a minor league contract.
Draft HQ

Rockies select Castellano, outright Bellozo to Triple-A

Just six months after signing a minor league contract, 25-year-old Eiberson Castellano will make his Major League debut for the Colorado Rockies.

Rachel Goldberg·June 14, 2026
Dejected baseball player Omar Martinez watches a ball fly out of a minor league stadium after being outrighted to Triple-A Salt Lake.
The Huddle

Omar Martinez cleared waivers, outrighted to Triple-A Salt Lake

After recording a single in his very first MLB at-bat, catcher Omar Martinez was outrighted to Triple-A Salt Lake just weeks later, a stark reminder of the brutal churn on the Angels' 40-man roster.

Rachel Goldberg·June 14, 2026
Colorado Rockies pitcher Keegan Thompson walking off the field, looking dejected after being designated for assignment.
Draft HQ

Colorado Rockies designate Keegan Thompson for assignment

In just three weeks, RHP Keegan Thompson allowed 11 runs over 12 innings for the Colorado Rockies, leading to his outright assignment to Triple-A Albuquerque, according to MLB Trade Rumors .

Rachel Goldberg·June 11, 2026
Los Angeles Angels pitcher Shaun Anderson on the mound, ready to throw a pitch during a baseball game.
The Pitch

Angels ink Shaun Anderson to minor league contract

Just one day after his removal from the Los Angeles Angels' 40-man roster, right-handed pitcher Shaun Anderson was re-signed to a minor league deal.

Sofia Castillo·June 10, 2026
A baseball pitcher on the mound under stadium lights, conveying focus and the pressure of a game situation.
Draft HQ

MLB player notes: Morris, Civale, Wilson updates

Kade Morris, after allowing nine runs over four innings in his MLB debut, was immediately optioned back to Triple-A Las Vegas, according to MLB Trade Rumors .

Rachel Goldberg·June 10, 2026
Empty baseball pitcher's mound at dusk with stadium lights casting shadows, symbolizing player releases.
The Pitch

Tigers release Bryan Sammons and Dugan Darnell from organization

Bryan Sammons pitched 27 1/3 innings for the Tigers in July 2024, posting a 3.

Sofia Castillo·June 6, 2026
Houston Astros player Rhylan Thomas walking away from the stadium after being released, symbolizing a significant roster change.
The Pitch

Houston Astros release Rhylan Thomas on June 5, 2026

On June 5, 2026, the Houston Astros released outfielder Rhylan Thomas, capping a whirlwind 48 hours of aggressive roster shuffling.

Sofia Castillo·June 6, 2026
Texas Rangers pitcher Josh Sborz on the mound, ready to throw a pitch during a baseball game.
The Pitch

Rangers re-sign pitcher Josh Sborz to minor league deal

Just three days after being released by the Texas Rangers, pitcher Josh Sborz has been re-signed to a minor league contract, a deal that could pay him just $50,000 for 10 innings pitched.

Sofia Castillo·June 5, 2026
St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Matt Pushard, a Rule 5 acquisition from the Marlins, is activated and added to the team's 40-man roster.
The Huddle

Cardinals Activate Rule 5 Pick Matt Pushard From Marlins

On March 29th, Matt Pushard allowed three earned runs on just 31 pitches during his brief major league debut, yet the Cardinals have now activated him, bringing their 40-man roster to 39, according to

Rachel Goldberg·June 4, 2026
A dejected Josh Sborz walking off a baseball mound under stadium lights after being released by the Texas Rangers.
The Pitch

Texas Rangers release pitcher Josh Sborz from minor league deal

Less than a year after posting a dominant 0.

Sofia Castillo·June 2, 2026
Cleveland Guardians pitcher Logan Allen on the mound during a game, with Peyton Pallette's name visible on a distant roster board.
The Pitch

Guardians Recall Logan Allen, Designate Peyton Pallette For Assignment

Despite posting an 8.

Sofia Castillo·May 24, 2026
Eugenio Suarez activated from IL as Ke'Bryan Hayes is placed on the injured list with a back injury.
The Huddle

Eugenio Suarez Activated, Ke'Bryan Hayes Lands on Injured List

Ke'Bryan Hayes, who was hitting .

Rachel Goldberg·May 23, 2026
Minnesota Twins player Luis Garcia is designated for assignment as Taj Bradley is reinstated from the injured list, highlighting a significant roster change.
The Huddle

Twins designate Luis Garcia, reinstate Taj Bradley from IL

RHP Luis García was designated for assignment by the Minnesota Twins after struggling to a 10.

Rachel Goldberg·May 23, 2026
Chicago Cubs prospect Kevin Alcantara steps up to bat as veteran Nicky Lopez is seen departing the dugout, symbolizing a roster change.
The Huddle

Cubs designate Nicky Lopez, promote Kevin Alcantara

Kevin Alcántara, the Chicago Cubs' No.

Rachel Goldberg·May 23, 2026
Chicago Cubs prospect Pedro Ramirez makes his MLB debut as infielder Matt Shaw is placed on the injured list.
The Pitch

Cubs promote Pedro Ramirez, place Matt Shaw on injured list

Just weeks after being named International League Player of the Month for April, Pedro Ramírez is making his major league debut for the Cubs.

Sofia Castillo·May 22, 2026