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White Sox designate Kelenic for 2026 assignment
After just 19 games, the Chicago White Sox have designated Jarred Kelenic for assignment in 2026, abruptly ending his brief tenure and calling up speed-focused prospect Rikuu Nishida for his MLB...
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.
Rays trade pitcher Joe Rock to White Sox for Oliver Dunn
In a seemingly minor one-for-one trade on May 19, 2026, the Tampa Bay Rays acquired infielder Oliver Dunn from the Chicago White Sox.
Mariners promote Colt Emerson as Brendan Donovan lands on IL
Top prospect Colt Emerson, fresh off an eight-year, $95 million contract extension, is making his MLB debut for the Seattle Mariners.
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.
Miami Marlins Release First Baseman Christopher Morel
In just 22 games with the Miami Marlins, first baseman Christopher Morel posted an 18 wRC+, the fourth-lowest among all MLB hitters with at least 70 plate appearances, leading to his swift release.
Angels sign pitcher Sammy Peralta to minor league deal
In the 2026 Regular Season, Sammy Peralta posted a jarring 10.
Blue Jays acquire versatile infielder Luis Urías from Diamondbacks
After batting a dismal .
Marlins Rotation Awaits Boost as Eury Pérez Nears Return
After struggling to a 14.
White Sox sign Javy Guerra to minor league deal after release
Just days after being released by Atlanta's Triple-A affiliate, pitcher Javy Guerra landed a minor league deal with the Chicago White Sox.
Marlins sign Zach Pop to minor league deal after calf strain
Just days after being designated for assignment by the Phillies, pitcher Zach Pop, once projected for nearly a million dollars in 2026, signed a minor league contract with the Miami Marlins.
Astros sign outfielder Trenton Brooks to minor league deal
Less than two years after making his MLB debut with the San Francisco Giants, outfielder Trenton Brooks is now in the lineup for the Houston Astros' Triple-A affiliate, the Sugar Land Space Cowboys.
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.
Arizona Diamondbacks trade Taylor Rashi to Minnesota Twins
Despite a stellar 1.03 ERA for the Reno Aces this season, pitcher Taylor Rashi was traded by the Arizona Diamondbacks to the Minnesota Twins for cash, a move that surprised many. The Diamondbacks, con
Texas Rangers release outfielder Sam Haggerty after injury struggles
Just two days after being designated for assignment, utilityman Sam Haggerty, who posted a respectable .
Houston Astros 2026 Season: Alvarez, Prospects & Strategy
Yordan Alvarez just hit his fifth career grand slam, pushing him to 22 home runs and 48 RBIs, leading the American League in both categories.
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.
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.
Elias Diaz signs major league contract with the Royals
Kansas City Royals veteran catcher Salvador Perez has batted a dismal .
Pirates Reinstate Carmen Mlodzinski From Restricted List Monday
Less than 24 hours after being placed on the restricted list because he 'wasn’t ready to' pitch, Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Carmen Mlodzinski was reinstated to the active roster on Monday, June 1st.
Texas Rangers release pitcher Josh Sborz from minor league deal
Less than a year after posting a dominant 0.
Pirates trade Justin Lawrence to Twins for cash considerations
Despite a 5.32 ERA and a staggering 43.1% walk rate this season, veteran reliever Justin Lawrence was just acquired by the Minnesota Twins for cash. This move, trading Lawrence from the Pittsburgh Pir
Mets move David Peterson to bullpen, promote Sean Manaea to rotation
David Peterson, burdened by a 5.
Dynasty League Drafting Trends: Player Valuation Shifts
Nick Kurtz's 46-game on-base streak just tied Rickey Henderson for third-longest in franchise history, according to MLB Trade Rumors .
Guardians Recall Logan Allen, Designate Peyton Pallette For Assignment
Despite posting an 8.
Guardians re-sign pitcher Kolby Allard to minor league deal
Kolby Allard just inked his fifth minor league contract with the Cleveland Guardians in two seasons, a striking testament to organizational persistence.