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After being designated for assignment by the Boston Red Sox on Sunday, right-handed reliever Chase Anderson cleared waivers on Thursday. He was outrighted to Triple-A Worcester but declined the option. It is expected that the 36-year-old will now become a free agent, according to MassLive’s Chris Cotillo. That makes Anderson eligible to sign with any team interested in … [Read more...] about Veteran Red Sox Reliever Chooses Free Agency Over Minors

On Tuesday evening, the Washington Nationals traded reliever Dylan Floro to the Arizona Diamondbacks for third baseman Andrés Chaparro, according to multiple sources. The reports came in shortly after the MLB trade deadline wrapped up at around 6:00 pm. This is the fourth trade that Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo made before the deadline. He sent away outfielder Lane … [Read more...] about Nationals Trade Reliever to Diamondbacks for Minor League Third Baseman

The Arizona Diamondbacks reportedly acquired first baseman Josh Bell from the Miami Marlins on Tuesday, according to SportsGrid’s Craig Mish. Bell was placed on waivers on Sunday, opening a period where the Marlins could trade him. Miami is receiving cash considerations for the 31-year-old to help cover his remaining salary. The deal comes after consistent Arizona first baseman … [Read more...] about Report: Diamondbacks Acquire Former All-Star Slugger From Marlins

According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, the Arizona Diamondbacks will trade for Miami Marlins left-handed reliever A.J. Puk. Miami is expected to receive two minor league bats in third baseman Deyvison De Los Santos and outfielder Andrew Pintar. Puk was dominant as a high-leverage reliever for the Marlins last season. He posted a 3.97 ERA (117 ERA+) in 58 games. The southpaw recorded … [Read more...] about Diamondbacks Acquire High-Leverage Reliever from Marlins

The 2024 MLB Draft is here. Teams will come together to make their picks with an eye toward the future. The draft will again be part of All-Star week and will feature 20 rounds, with the first 74 picks– the first two rounds, compensatory rounds, Competitive Balance Rounds and prospect promotion incentive selections on the first night. Days 2 (Rounds 3-10) and 3 (Rounds 11-20) … [Read more...] about 2024 MLB Draft Tracker: 1st-Round Results and Analysis