The Pirates have announced a number of roster moves, which were first reported by Alex Stumpf of MLB.com. The club has selected the contract of right-hander Hunter Stratton, and in a corresponding move designated outfielder Joshua Palacios for assignment. The club has also optioned catcher Henry Davis, infielder Nick Yorke, and outfielder Billy Cook to Triple-A. Stratton, 28, … [Read more...] about Pirates Designate Joshua Palacios, Option Henry Davis
Pirates Skipping Jared Jones’ Next Start Due To Elbow Discomfort
The Pirates provided an ominous update on one of their most promising young players Wednesday, when manager Derek Shelton announced that righty Jared Jones would have his next start skipped due to elbow discomfort (link via Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette). Jones first experienced discomfort during his most recent bullpen session earlier this week. The team has … [Read more...] about Pirates Skipping Jared Jones’ Next Start Due To Elbow Discomfort
36 Veteran Players With Looming Opt-Out Dates
The 2022-26 collective bargaining agreement implemented a new series of uniform opt-out dates for players who qualified as free agents under Article XX(b) of said agreement and sign a minor league deal in free agency. More specifically, that designation falls on players with six-plus years of MLB service time who finished the preceding season on a major league roster or injured … [Read more...] about 36 Veteran Players With Looming Opt-Out Dates
MLBTR Podcast: The Rays’ Stadium Deal Is Dead, Rangers’ Rotation Issues, And More!
The latest episode of the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast is now live on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you subscribe as well! You can also use the player at this link to listen, if you don’t use Spotify or Apple for podcasts. This week, host Darragh McDonald is joined by Anthony Franco of MLB Trade Rumors to discuss… The Rays no longer having … [Read more...] about MLBTR Podcast: The Rays’ Stadium Deal Is Dead, Rangers’ Rotation Issues, And More!
Offseason In Review: Pittsburgh Pirates
It was another modest offseason for the Pirates, who are banking on their young arms to carry them into contention. Major League Signings LHP Andrew Heaney: One year, $5.25MM DH/OF Andrew McCutchen: One year, $5MM OF Tommy Pham: One year, $4.025MM LHP Caleb Ferguson: One year, $3MM 2B/OF Adam Frazier: One year, $1.525MM LHP Tim Mayza: One year, $1.15MM RHP Elvis Alvarado: … [Read more...] about Offseason In Review: Pittsburgh Pirates