A trio of draft prospects agreed to signing bonuses of more than $2MM today, each of which was first reported by MLB.com’s Jim Callis. (Links from X). Pre-draft rankings and scouting reports are provided by Keith Law of the Athletic, Baseball America, FanGraphs and ESPN’s Kiley McDaniel. The Diamondbacks signed first-rounder Slade Caldwell to a $3,087,000 deal. The agreement … [Read more...] about Notable Draft Signings: 7/27/24
Diamondbacks Designate Thyago Vieira For Assignment
The Diamondbacks announced they’ve designated Thyago Vieira for assignment. The move opens a spot in the bullpen for newly-acquired southpaw A.J. Puk, who has reported to the team. The transaction drops Arizona’s 40-man roster tally to 39. Vieira has spent the past two months in the desert. The Snakes claimed him off waivers from the Orioles at the beginning of June. He made 11 … [Read more...] about Diamondbacks Designate Thyago Vieira For Assignment
Diamondbacks Acquire A.J. Puk
The Diamondbacks are making a big move on the relief market. Arizona announced the acquisition of A.J. Puk from the Marlins for two prospects: corner infielder Deyvison De Los Santos and center fielder Andrew Pintar. The D-Backs designated lefty reliever Joe Jacques for assignment to create a 40-man roster spot. It’s the second consecutive season in which Arizona makes a major … [Read more...] about Diamondbacks Acquire A.J. Puk
GM Mike Hazen: Diamondbacks Planning To Be Deadline Buyers
With 11 wins in their last 16 games, the Diamondbacks now have a 50-48 record and sit just percentage points behind the Mets for the final NL wild card berth. Plenty of teams remain in the mix in the crowded National League, yet this hot stretch of play indicates that the reigning NL champions are finding their form despite weathering multiple injuries within their starting … [Read more...] about GM Mike Hazen: Diamondbacks Planning To Be Deadline Buyers
Longoria: Not Officially Retired, But Unlikely To Continue Playing
Evan Longoria suited up for just the third organization of his career in 2023 when he signed with the D-backs and helped the club make an improbable run to the World Series. He hasn’t signed a new contract since then but also hasn’t formally filed any retirement paperwork. The longtime Rays and Giants third baseman, however, told Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times and others … [Read more...] about Longoria: Not Officially Retired, But Unlikely To Continue Playing