The Diamondbacks pulled off a trade with the Houston Astros in a move that should barely register for either club.
Diamondbacks News
Diamondbacks Make Deal with Houston for Grae Kissinger
In order to make room for former Diamondback Christian Walker, the Astros designated Kissinger for Assignment. The Diamondbacks decided to send towering right-handed minor league reliever Matthew Linskey to the Astros in exchange for the glove-first utility infielder. Kissinger still has two options remaining so will likely fill in as an injury substitute for the Snakes both in the Majors and in Reno.
Kelly Thrilled to Share Rotation with Burnes
Merrill Kelly speaks out about how he learned the team had acquired Corbin Burnes and how he feels about the former Cy Young winner joining the rotation.
Other Baseball News
Justin Verlander Signs with Giants
The future Hall of Famer will take his service to the Bay Area on a 1-yr/$15 million deal and serve as the team’s #3 starter behind Logan Webb and Robbie Ray.
Rangers Have Opt-Out Override in Joc Pederson’s Contract
The Rangers can prevent Pederson from leaving at the end of the season if they exercise the 2027 mutual option early. Pederson also has a no-trade clause in the deal.
Brent Rooker Reaches Agreement with A’s
The A’s and Rooker have come to terms on a contract that will pay the DH $60 million for five years of service.
Front Office Execs Grade Prospect Tools
Alas, no Diamondbacks made the grade in the evaluations.
Mystery Team Finally Rears Its Head
It took a while, but MLB’s Mystery Team is finally making some noise this winter. In this case, it is in pursuit of signing Japanese superstar, Roki Sasaki